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What happened. The convention was adopted by the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers in May 2024 and opened for signature in September 2024. Signatories on the opening day included the European Union, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Why it matters. It requires parties to ensure that AI systems used by public authorities respect human rights, democracy and the rule of law, including access to remedies for people affected.
What to watch. Ratifications and entry into force; how parties translate its general obligations into domestic law.