Policy/press release/2026-09-21

Spanish PM Sanchez Advocates Against AI Self-Regulation, Unveils 12-Month Action Plan

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has publicly stated that the artificial intelligence industry cannot be left to self-regulate. He emphasized the need for external oversight and announced a comprehensive 12-month action plan to address AI governance. This stance was reported by multiple international outlets following his remarks.

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4 outlets covered “Spanish PM Sanchez Advocates Against AI Self-Regulation, Unveils 12-Month Action Plan”. All of them report the following:

  • Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez stated AI cannot self-regulate
  • He announced a 12-month action plan
  • The plan addresses AI governance

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