Takaichi calls for cross-border cooperation on AI security
Japan is seeking to host an AI summit soon as its prime minister urges governments to address risks while supporting innovation.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi urged countries to coordinate their response to artificial intelligence security threats while participating remotely in a gathering organized by France’s government.
Her concerns included cyberattacks involving advanced AI and the risk that control of the technology could be lost. Because AI’s effects extend beyond individual countries, Takaichi said cooperation was necessary. She also advocated international discussions on encouraging innovation while managing the associated risks.
Takaichi outlined Japan’s ambition to hold an AI summit soon. Participants in the French meeting included President Emmanuel Macron, other leaders, representatives from government institutions and officials from businesses involved in AI.
The appearance came amid criticism in Japan of Takaichi’s decision not to attend a Group of Seven online summit on Oct. 2.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said France had notified Tokyo about the AI meeting’s schedule. He said Takaichi chose to take part because she believed explaining Japan’s position and AI initiatives internationally was important.
