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Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law

International treaty framework intended to ensure activities within the AI lifecycle are consistent with human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

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Applicability

Obligations depend on signature, ratification and domestic implementation by parties.

Enforcement context

Treaty implementation occurs through parties' legal and institutional frameworks.

Regulatory timeline

Material dates and status changes.

17 May 2024

Council of Europe AI Convention

International treaty framework intended to ensure activities within the AI lifecycle are consistent with human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

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CRG implementation mapping

Operational obligations and evidence expectations.

COE-RIGHTS

Rights-compatible AI lifecycle governance

Assess AI lifecycle activities for compatibility with applicable rights, democratic safeguards and rule-of-law requirements.

Actor: public/private actors in scope · Domain: human impact

Evidence: Rights impact assessment, safeguards, contestability and governance evidence.

Primary source

Verify the underlying instrument.

Cybatar's mapping is designed for AI governance and assurance work. Legal interpretation remains anchored to the current primary text and competent authority guidance.

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