Go to AAAI 2026 Workshop AIGOV homepageA Broad Framework for Ethical Oversight and Integration Inspired by Albania's Appointment of Diella
Keywords: AI governance, executive artificial intelligence, public administration, ethical oversight, value alignment
TL;DR: We propose the Ethical Oversight and Integration Framework to govern AI in executive roles, using Albania's AI minister Diella as a case study
Abstract: The historic appointment of Diella, an AI system, as Albania's Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence on September 11, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in AI governance, representing the first instance of an autonomous AI agent assuming a cabinet-level executive role in public administration. Tasked with overseeing public procurement to combat corruption, Diella exemplifies the potential for AI to enhance transparency and efficiency while raising profound questions about alignment with human values, accountable decision-making, and legal accountability. This position paper introduces the Ethical Oversight and Integration (EOI) Framework, a structured approach to guide the deployment of AI in authoritative roles. The framework comprises three interconnected pillars (Value Alignment, Ethical Safeguards, and Juridical Structures), each with specific guidelines and implementation strategies. Drawing on Diella's case, including its parliamentary address on September 18, 2025, and ongoing constitutional debates, we illustrate the framework's practical utility. By synthesizing insights from AI ethics, policy analysis, and legal scholarship, the EOI Framework offers a roadmap for balancing technological innovation with societal protections, ensuring AI serves as a reliable public servant rather than an unchecked authority.
Submission Number: 12
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