ABSTRACT
This article examines the rise of weaponised artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for international order and global security. AI represents a significant advancement in the modern industrial revolution, offering substantial benefits to society while simultaneously raising concerns about its militarisation. History has shown that advancements in weaponry, from gunpowder to nuclear arms, have reshaped international order, altering power dynamics and the principles governing global politics. This study explores the extent to which weaponised AI challenges the existing international order. Using a qualitative approach and relying on documentary analysis, the study applies securitisation theory to understand the relationship between key variables. The findings reveal that although AI poses considerable threats, it is unlikely to disrupt the current international order fundamentally. Weaponised AI may destabilise the balance of power, widen the gap between the Global North and South, and increase uncertainty in global politics. However, the core structure of the international order will likely endure, as dominant global players remain unchanged. This study aligns with SDG 16 (Peace, justice, and strong institutions) and recommends establishing binding norms and institutions to regulate AI development and deployment responsibly.
