India: Pioneering Host of the Global AI Impact Summit 2026

India is poised to play a significant role in the global discourse on Artificial Intelligence as it prepares to host the AI Impact Summit 2026. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres praised the nation as an influential emerging economy and the perfect venue for discussions on AI's wide-reaching benefits.

Highlighting the importance of equitable AI distribution, Guterres expressed the necessity for AI advancements to benefit all, especially the Global South. The summit, anchored by principles of 'People, Planet, and Progress,' aims to address AI's potential and risks on a worldwide scale.

Guterres also advocated for multipolarity, stressing India's pivotal role in global affairs. He underscored the need for a reform of international institutions, including the UN Security Council, to reflect modern realities and support emerging economies.