AI Governance

Intergovernmental political compact

Global Digital Compact

The Global Digital Compact, agreed in the Pact for the Future process in 2024, sets shared objectives on digital cooperation, including AI, connectivity, data and human rights online. It is a political agreement among UN Member States, not a legally binding convention. Implementation runs through UN and national processes, including follow-up on AI governance dialogues.

Last reviewed 2026-08-22

Issuer
United Nations
Year
2024
Status
Adopted as a political compact; not a treaty
Geographic scope
Global
Intended audience
UN Member States and stakeholders in digital cooperation

Main themes

  • Digital cooperation
  • Human rights
  • AI governance
  • Inclusion
  • Data