Summary

This Position Paper focuses on the key human rights risks of developing and using relevant AI systems to counter terrorism. It addresses how the design, development and use of AI engages international human rights law, how human rights must inform decisions relating to the operation of AI systems, and the responsibilities of public authorities and private actors. Specifically, Part I outlines the characteristics and uses of AI systems that are most relevant in countering terrorism, as well as their limitations and main human rights risks. Part II extends the human rights analysis further by focusing on some key rights affected by AI systems, including equality and non-discrimination, privacy and data protection, freedom of expression and access to information, fair trial, liberty and rights in detention, and effective remedies for human rights violations. The Conclusion and Recommendations build on existing AI governance frameworks by identifying further opportunities to strengthen regulation and accountability in the development and deployment of AI systems in countering terrorism.