Agnès Callamard

Agnès Callamard, the Secretary General of Amnesty International, brings decades of human rights advocacy to the forefront. She discusses the urgent human rights issues facing Canada and the globe, while emphasizing Canada's potential as a model for resistance against rising authoritarianism. The conversation dives into the escalating humanitarian crises in Gaza and Tigray, highlighting the dire need for international intervention. Callamard also critiques U.S. influence on global justice, stressing the importance of resilience and collective action in the fight for human rights.

Agnès Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International and a notable human rights defender, joins Kenneth Cukier, Deputy Executive Editor at The Economist and technology expert, to explore the burgeoning role of AI in warfare. They delve into the ethical dilemmas posed by autonomous weapons and drone technology. The conversation highlights the challenges of accountability in military actions and the urgent need for regulatory frameworks. They also discuss the potential for AI to either enhance or complicate military decision-making, emphasizing the importance of human oversight.