Artificial Intelligence law at Andorra
As of May 2025, Andorra does not have a dedicated national law specifically governing artificial intelligence (AI). However, the country is actively engaging with AI through international agreements, ethical guidelines, and collaborative initiatives.
🌍 International Commitments
On September 5, 2024, Andorra signed the Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy, and the Rule of Law. This treaty aims to ensure that AI systems align with human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. It establishes a legally binding framework requiring signatories to adopt measures that promote transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI development and deployment. The treaty will enter into force once ratified by five states, including at least three Council of Europe member states. (DPA, The Verge)
📚 National Initiatives and Ethical Guidelines
In 2020, Actua Innovation, in collaboration with the Andorran National Commission for UNESCO, the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, the Government of Quebec, and the University of Montreal, published a guide titled "Think of Responsible Artificial Intelligence: A Guide to Deliberation". This document aims to foster public dialogue on AI ethics, addressing concerns such as privacy, security, and the societal impact of AI technologies. The guide encourages participatory debates involving various stakeholders to ensure that AI development in Andorra aligns with ethical principles and human rights. (andorrabusiness.com)
🔐 Data Protection and AI
Andorra's Law 29/2021, which came into force on May 17, 2022, modernizes the country's data protection regulations. While not AI-specific, this law aligns with the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and establishes principles applicable to the processing of personal data, including transparency, data minimization, and accuracy. These principles are crucial for the ethical development and deployment of AI systems that handle personal data. (DataGuidance)
🧭 Summary
While Andorra does not yet have a national AI law, the country is actively participating in international efforts to regulate AI and is developing ethical guidelines to govern its use. Through its commitment to the Council of Europe Framework Convention and national initiatives focused on AI ethics and data protection, Andorra is positioning itself as a responsible actor in the global AI landscape.(DPA)
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