7. Weapons review. A crucial implication of the applicability of international law is that states have an obligation to undertake national weapons review. In the study, development, acquisition, or adoption of any new weapon, means or method of warfare, determination must be made whether its employment would, in some or all circumstances, be prohibited by international law.
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10. Other military applications of AI. The Philippines recognizes that the military application of AI could have benefits particularly in the context of enhancing precision. Such precision could aid military commanders and operators to ensure compliance with IHL. In this regard, the Philippines does not oppose military applications of AI in the context of associated functions related to automation, such as navigation systems, combat management systems, and precision guidance, among others. The Philippines supports voluntary norms of responsible behavior in the context of such AI applications, including weapons review.
