As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into military operations, the need for effective governance and meaningful human oversight has never been more urgent. While AI offers significant operational capabilities, it also presents profound challenges for civilian protection, accountability, and the preservation of fundamental human rights. At the 62nd Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, IRIS Sustainable Development highlights these critical issues in its...

IRIS Sustainable Development participated in the Global Dialogue on AI Governance and the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, engaging alongside governments, international organizations, the private sector, academia, and civil society to advance discussions on responsible, inclusive, and evidence-based AI governance. The Global Dialogue on AI Governance is a United Nations platform established by the UN General Assembly through Resolution A/RES/79/325 and rooted in the Global Digital...

IRIS Sustainable Development welcomed the adoption by the United Nations General Assembly of a landmark resolution endorsing the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) advisory opinion on climate change, describing it as a significant milestone for climate justice, human rights and global accountability. Led by the Pacific Island nation of Vanuatu and adopted with broad support from Member States, the resolution reaffirms that countries have obligations under international law to prevent...