Morocco's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Omar Hilale, co-chaired a high-level meeting of the UN Group of Friends on Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development on Friday, June 12, 2026, in New York. The meeting focused on leveraging AI to accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
According to a statement from Morocco's UN mission, the gathering brought together member states, UN officials, and experts to discuss ethical frameworks and practical applications of AI in areas such as healthcare, education, and climate action. Hilale emphasized the importance of inclusive and responsible AI governance.
The Group of Friends on AI for Sustainable Development was launched in 2024 under the co-chairmanship of Morocco and several other nations. This meeting was part of ongoing efforts to ensure that AI technologies benefit all countries, particularly developing nations.
No specific outcomes or new initiatives were announced at the meeting, but participants reaffirmed their commitment to international cooperation on AI policy.
