Statement by Germany Regulation laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (AI Act) General approach Statement to the minutes of the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany
STATEMENT BY GERMANY Regulation laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (AI Act) General approach Statement to the minutes of the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany
This document contains a statement by the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany regarding the proposed Regulation laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Act). Germany supports the text presented by the Presidency to achieve a general approach in the Telecommunications Council, while noting that certain aspects require improvement as previously detailed in written comments. The statement looks forward to these considerations being addressed during forthcoming interinstitutional negotiations with the European Commission and the European Parliament.
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Who issued it
Who it governs
Policymakers, negotiators, and researchers tracking the legislative evolution and national positions surrounding the European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act.
What the document contains
The document covers Germany's official governmental position and statement regarding the proposed European Union Artificial Intelligence Act prior to the Telecommunications Council meeting.
Detailed technical definitions, enforcement mechanisms, specific regulatory requirements, and the full text of the Artificial Intelligence Act itself are not provided in this document.
- Germany supports the Presidency's text to achieve a general approach on the Artificial Intelligence Act.
- Germany identifies a need for improvements on certain aspects of the proposed AI Act, referencing earlier written comments from November 2022.
- Germany trusts that its concerns will be carefully considered during upcoming interinstitutional negotiations with the European Commission and European Parliament.
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Accountability
0/5Clear responsibility for AI outcomes
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Fairness
0/5Non-discrimination and equitable treatment
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Human Dignity
0/5Respect for the inherent worth of persons
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Human Oversight
0/5Humans remain in control of consequential decisions
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Privacy
0/5Protection of personal data and private life
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Transparency
0/5Openness about how AI systems work and are used
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Enforcement
0/5Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force
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Impact Assessment
0/5Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use
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