US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has pledged 200 million dollars for humanitarian aid for the conflict-ridden Sudan at the United Nations Security Council meeting on Thursday. Ap. He spoke about the dire situation in Sudan and described it as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.
The fund will provide food, shelter and healthcare to those affected by the conflict, which has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions since it erupted last year. Ap. The Secretary of State also committed to working with Congress to appropriate an additional $30 million to support Sudan’s transition to democratic governance.
“Sudan is facing the most dire humanitarian crisis on the face of the planet,” State Department spokesman Vedant Patel said.
The aid brings total U.S. aid to Sudan to more than $2.3 billion since the conflict began.
Focusing on artificial intelligence
At another Security Council session, Blinken addressed the global impact of artificial intelligence, citing both its potential benefits and risks. He warned of the dangers of weaponized AI malfunction and misuse of AI by authoritarian regimes for surveillance.
“By setting the rules of the road for AI, we can minimize the risks and harness the extraordinary promise of this technology,” said Blinken.
No confrontation with Russia
While Blinken engaged in discussions with Russian diplomats, including Ambassador Vasily Nebenzia, there was no direct confrontation. Both the US and Russia agreed on the need for ethical AI development despite widespread geopolitical tensions.
(with input from AP)
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