HBKU Conference Sparks Urgent Global Dialogue On Inclusive AI Ethics Frameworks

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)’s conference on artificial intelligence (AI) ethics has concluded with a call for a unified and culturally inclusive framework for AI.

Held in Qatar, the two-day event titled “AI Ethics: The Convergence of Technology and Diverse Moral Traditions” brought together international academics, policymakers, industry experts and ethicists, among others, according to a statement.

The conference underscored the importance of aligning AI with diverse moral traditions through collaborative solutions, while also fostering new cross-sector partnerships to shape the future of AI innovation.

Six thematic areas were discussed, namely healthcare, urban design, security, education, finance and the future of the workplace, with participants stressing the need to embed ethical considerations in AI adoption across all sectors.

Among the debates, the use of AI in armed conflict drew strong attention, with panellists examining the legal, ethical and policy implications of decision-support systems under International Humanitarian Law.

Discussions also addressed AI’s impact on human values in areas such as doctor-patient relationships, underscoring the challenges of safeguarding trust, autonomy and human dignity in the digital age.

The conference concluded with recommendations for developing a global AI framework that reflects cultural and moral diversity beyond Western perspectives.

It further called for the integration of AI technologies across key sectors to prepare future generations, and for international policy alignment to maximise benefits while mitigating risks.

The conference reaffirmed the role of educational institutions as knowledge hubs and conveners of dialogue, contributing to research-backed solutions to global challenges.

By convening stakeholders from diverse traditions and disciplines, HBKU aims to ensure that the conversation on AI ethics is not only advanced but also inclusive, reflecting the shared values of all societies.

-- BERNAMA