In his message for the Celebration of the 57th World Day of Peace, Pope Francis invites us to reflect on the role of artificial intelligence in building peace. Discover how science and technology can be tools for the common good and universal brotherhood. What teachings can we extract from Holy Scripture about human intelligence? How can we ensure that AI is used ethically and responsibly? What measures can world leaders take to foster collaboration and solidarity in the digital age?

Pope Francis mentions in his document that science and technology are expressions of human intelligence and that can be tools for the construction of peace and the common good. The Holy Scripture attests that God has given men his Spirit so that they have skill, talent and experience in the execution of all kinds of work.

It also points out in its message that the progress in computing and the development of digital technologies in recent decades have already begun to produce profound transformations in global society and its dynamics. Technologies that use a large number of algorithms can extract, from the digital traces left on the Internet, data that allows the mental and relational habits of people to be controlled for commercial or political purposes, often without them knowing it, limiting their conscious exercise of freedom of choice.

Pope Francis mentions that artificial intelligence, based on machine learning techniques, is already introducing notable changes in societies, exerting a profound influence on cultures, social behaviors and construction. of peace. Developments such as machine learning or deep learning raise questions that transcend the fields of technology and engineering and have to do with an understanding strictly connected to the meaning of human life, the basic processes of knowledge and the ability of the mind to reach the truth. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the rapid transformations that are occurring and manage them so that fundamental human rights can be safeguarded, respecting the institutions and laws that promote integral human development. Artificial intelligence should be at the service of better human potential and our highest aspirations, not in competition with them.

The importance of ethics in the development of artificial intelligence is highlighted. It points out that it is essential to identify the human values ​​that should be the basis of societies' commitment to formulate, adopt and apply the necessary legislative frameworks. Regarding education, the message highlights the importance of promoting critical thinking in the use of artificial intelligence. It is necessary for users of all ages, but especially young people, to develop a capacity for discernment in the use of data and content obtained on the web or produced by artificial intelligence systems.

The message highlights that peace is the fruit of relationships that recognize and welcome others in their inalienable dignity, and of cooperation and effort in the search for the integral development of all people and all peoples. Therefore, it is emphasized that the rapid development of forms of artificial intelligence must ultimately contribute to the cause of human brotherhood and peace.