Harmonised standards and standardisation deliverables

This article establishes that high-risk AI systems or general-purpose AI models compliant with harmonised standards published in the Official Journal are presumed to meet the relevant requirements of the AI Act. The Commission must promptly request standardisation bodies to develop standards covering all obligations in Section 2 of Chapter II and Sections 2-3 of Chapter V, including resource efficiency and energy consumption aspects. Standardisation requests must ensure clarity, consistency with existing sectoral standards, and alignment with Union harmonisation legislation. The Commission must consult the AI Board and stakeholders during request preparation and verify that standardisation organisations make best efforts to meet objectives. Participants in the process must promote investment, innovation, and global cooperation while ensuring balanced stakeholder representation.