The legal governance of artificial intelligence and its role in supporting the sustainable development goals

This research addresses the legal governance of artificial intelligence and its role in supporting the Sustainable Development Goals, through an analysis of the legal and constitutional framework regulating the development and operation of intelligent systems, and a review of the challenges posed by these rapidly evolving technologies to national legislation.The research problem lies in the absence of a comprehensive legislative framework that keeps pace with technological advancement, resulting in issues related to privacy protection, determination of legal liability, and the assurance of transparency and accountability, in addition to the need for harmonizing legislation with constitutional principles and international governance standards.The study aims to clarify the concept and foundations of legal governance, and to analyze its role in promoting sustainable development at the economic, social, and environmental levels, with particular emphasis on the Jordanian experience.It also examines the constitutional basis of the legal governance of artificial intelligence, as the supreme framework upon which all legislation must rest, through the principles of the rule of law, protection of rights and freedoms, equality and non-discrimination, and constitutional oversight.The research further reveals legislative gaps in this field, most notably the absence of a specific law on artificial intelligence, weak regulation of legal liability and algorithmic transparency, and the lack of specialized regulatory bodies.The study concludes that the success of legal governance of artificial intelligence in supporting sustainable development requires an integrated system that begins with establishing a clear constitutional reference, continues with modern legislation that translates these principles into effective rules, and culminates in regulatory and executive mechanisms capable of addressing technological challenges.The research recommends updating legislation, strengthening national capacities, and developing governance frameworks aligned with international standards, thereby contributing to the responsible and safe use of artificial intelligence that balances innovation with the protection of fundamental rights.