Global Voices

Bill Gates has called on governments to put safeguards around the development of artificial intelligence. His comments add a prominent tech voice to the growing debate over whether AI should be regulated and how governments should respond to its rapid advance.

Pacific women are calling on global climate advocates to listen to their priorities before the COP31 negotiations. Writing on the Development Policy Centre's blog, they argue that those most affected by rising seas and extreme weather in the Pacific must shape climate policy, not simply be represented by it. Their message is a direct appeal to negotiators and campaigners ahead of the summit.

Bill Gates said that reaching global cooperation on artificial intelligence is 'more difficult' than negotiating agreements over nuclear weapons. The billionaire Microsoft co-founder argued that AI development is driven by many competing companies and countries, making coordination on safety and oversight more complicated than past arms control efforts. His remarks add to an ongoing debate among tech leaders and governments about how to regulate rapidly advancing AI technology.

Türkiye is presenting itself as a voice for dialogue and diplomacy at the UN General Assembly, according to Daily Sabah. The coverage frames Ankara's engagement at the gathering as an effort to promote negotiated solutions on the international stage. Beyond the claim that Turkish officials are emphasising diplomatic outreach at the assembly, no further details are available.