New Delhi hosted a landmark Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit from December 12 to 14, 2023, at Bharat Mandapam. This significant event brought together delegates from 29 GPAI member countries, including five ministerial delegations, alongside over 150 global AI experts. More than 22,000 people attended the summit, with over 15,000 participating virtually, highlighting worldwide interest in the future of artificial intelligence.^[1][2][3] ### Global Leaders Gather for AI Discussions Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the three-day summit, underscoring India's growing role in global AI governance.^[2][4] Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Minister of State Rajeev Chandrasekhar were also present, emphasizing India's commitment to responsible AI development.^[2][4] Key international figures, including Mr. Hiroshi Yoshida, Vice-Minister for Policy Coordination from Japan and the outgoing GPAI Chair, participated in high-level discussions.^[1][2][4] Delegations from 29 GPAI member countries, encompassing nations like the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, France, Japan, and the European Union, contributed to the extensive deliberations.^[5][3][6][4] Notably, five countries—Canada, France, Japan, Turkiye, and the United Kingdom—sent ministerial delegations, signaling a strong commitment to international cooperation on AI. The^[3] summit also featured over 150 global AI experts, industry leaders, academics, and startup innovators. ## Focusing on Responsible AI and Innovation The GPAI Summit served as a crucial platform for addressing a wide range of AI-related priorities. Discussions centered on four main themes: Responsible AI, Data Governance, the Future of Work, and Innovation and Commercialization. Exp^[7][4]erts also explored the role of AI in critical areas such as global health, climate change, and promoting ethical AI use. A ^[6]key outcome of the summit was the adoption of the 'New Delhi Declaration.' This declaration established a consensus among GPAI members on advancing safe, secure, and trustworthy AI. It ^[1][7]also reaffirmed a commitment to upholding human dignity, human rights, and democratic values in AI development and deployment. Pri^[7]me Minister Modi called for a global framework for the ethical use of AI, emphasizing the need for international collaboration. ## India's Vision and Global Contributions India, as the Lead Chair of GPAI for 2024, played a pivotal role in shaping the summit's agenda and outcomes. The^[7][4] event highlighted India's potential as a global hub for AI innovation and talent. Off^[1][2]icials stressed India's unique position to develop AI models and applications that cater to diverse global needs, particularly for the Global South. Th^[8]e summit also featured a vibrant Global AI Expo, where 150 startups and major technology companies showcased their cutting-edge AI applications and products. Pro^[1][2]minent companies like Intel, Reliance Jio, Google, Meta, AWS, Microsoft, and Paytm participated in the expo and various sessions. The^[4] expo provided a platform for emerging startups to pitch their innovations and value-added AI solutions. Add^[1]itionally, a Research Symposium, organized in collaboration with IIT Madras, allowed academicians and researchers to present actionable research on responsible AI. ## Shaping AI's Future for All The GPAI Summit underscored the importance of a multi-stakeholder approach to bringing AI benefits to the masses, especially youth and students. Ind^[1]ia's proposal to establish a Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository (GDPIR) to share digital public goods also gained endorsement. Thi^[7]s initiative aims to increase digital inclusion and ensure AI advancements serve humanity broadly. The New Delhi Declaration encouraged international cooperation and coordination in AI research, innovation, and policy. It ^[7]emphasized the importance of fostering trust, transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness in AI systems. The^[7] summit concluded with a strong message about harnessing AI's potential to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and address pressing global challenges responsibly. ME^[7]TA_TITLE: India's GPAI Summit 2023: 29 Nations, 5 Ministers Drive AI Future

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