United Nations Announces its Global Principles

United Nations Secretary General Antonio GuterresUnited Nations New York’ta He appeared in front of the press at the Headquarters. In his statements, Guterres also announced the road map, which includes principles for the global fight against hate speech and disinformation on the internet.

The UN Secretary General made a statement “Your hate and your lies Its spread on the internet causes serious damage to our world. Misinformation, disinformation and hate speech fuel prejudice and violence.” he said. UN Global Information Integrity Principles He also stated that it is planned to strengthen the public sector through social trust and solidarity, independent, free and pluralistic media, correct incentives, transparency and research.

He drew attention to his work on human rights, science and combating the climate crisis.

Guterres, science, scientific facts, human rightsWhile he said that efforts to combat public health and the climate crisis are under attack, he also stated that artificial intelligence technologies are increasing such attacks at an “unprecedented speed”. He stated that the UN’s sustainable development goals have become unattainable due to information pollution.

UN Secretary GeneralIn his statement, he stated that especially activists, scientists, researchers and leaders were harassed, and stated that the damage caused by information pollution goes beyond the digital world.

Addressing state administrators and technology giants, Guterres said: “First of all, big technology companies need to take responsibility. Recognize the harm your products cause to people and communities. To people and societies around the world power to reduce harm you have. “You have the power to change business models that profit from disinformation and hate.” he said. Addressing the advertising and public relations sector, the UN Secretary General said: “Stop making money from harmful content. “Strengthen information integrity, protect your brand, increase your profits.” said.

Guterres also spoke specifically about the climate crisis. “Public relations agencies, not misleading people and work with customers who don’t destroy our planet” said.