The Annual AI Governance Report 2025: Steering the Future of AI

Authors: International Telecommunication Union (ITU), ITU Telecommunication Standardization Sector, contributions from global AI governance experts and academia

Abstract

The Annual AI Governance Report 2025 provides an authoritative synthesis of the global AI governance landscape amid an era of technological acceleration marked by the rise of autonomous AI agents. It underscores critical governance challenges such as transparency, accountability, safety, and ethical AI deployment while highlighting advances in AI technology and infrastructure. The report stresses the need for inclusive and internationally coordinated governance frameworks that address geopolitical fragmentation and ensure equitable AI benefits. It emphasizes standards development, multilateral diplomacy, safety protocols, and socioeconomic adaptations as pillars of responsible AI stewardship. The document serves as a roadmap for policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society to steward AI’s vast potential while managing its risks responsibly and ethically.

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Last updated on November 7, 2026