On 11 February 2025, data protection authorities from Ireland, Australia, South Korea, France and the UK signed a joint declaration emphasising their commitment to fostering data governance frameworks that support both innovation and privacy protection in the development of AI. The declaration was formalised during an event hosted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (“<span class="news-text_medium">OECD</span>”) in Paris, organized by the Commission Nationale de l'informatique et des libertés (“<span class="news-text_medium">CNIL</span>”) and South Korea’s Data Protection Authority.
This joint statement addresses the significant opportunities and risks associated with AI, particularly concerning data protection and privacy. The authorities recognise the complexity of data processing in AI development, involving numerous global stakeholders and vast datasets. They emphasise the need for trustworthy data governance frameworks that embed privacy by design and offer legal certainty for both citizens and businesses. Furthermore, the statement outlines a commitment to shared understanding, information exchange on safety measures and continuous monitoring of AI's implications. Finally, they aim to reduce legal uncertainties and foster collaboration with other regulatory bodies to ensure consistent, innovation-friendly AI development that respects fundamental rights.
The joint statement underscores the importance of building trustworthy data governance structures that balance AI innovation with strong privacy safeguards. The collaboration aims to promote the development of AI systems that protect privacy while encouraging technological advancements.
For the full statement, visit: <a href="https://www.dataprotection.ie/sites/default/files/uploads/2025-02/joint_statement_on_data_governance.pdf" target="_blank" class="news-text_link">Joint statement on building trustworthy data governance frameworks to encourage development of innovative and privacy-protective AI</a>.
