At the G7 Summit in Evian, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on global leaders to keep human values at the centre of Artificial Intelligence development.
He stressed the need for international cooperation to ensure AI is deployed safely, efficiently and in a way that protects children, strengthens cybersecurity and supports inclusion, especially in the Global South.
Describing AI as one of the most transformative technologies in history, Modi said its influence is already visible across sectors such as healthcare, education, manufacturing and governance.
He also said the success of AI should not be measured only by technological advancement, but by how much it improves the lives of ordinary people, reaffirming India’s focus on human-centric AI.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s MANAV vision as the basis of its AI strategy, stressing that human values must remain central to technological development. He also referred to global calls for ethical and inclusive AI, including remarks by Pope Leo XIV.
He warned about risks such as misinformation, deepfakes and online exploitation, especially for children, while noting AI’s benefits in education and personalised learning. He said outcomes depend more on governance and values than on technology itself.
On cybersecurity, Modi said AI can strengthen digital defence but requires global cooperation, with cyberspace treated as a shared public good. He also called for broader access to AI for developing nations and democracies.
He outlined four priorities: safe-by-design systems, global standards and testing frameworks, regulatory sandboxes, and stronger cooperation against cyber threats using tools like watermarking and authentication. He concluded that AI must promote inclusion, protect dignity and enhance human potential.
India deepens global partnerships sideline meetings
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, including talks with leaders from Canada, the UK and the UAE, alongside interactions with other global counterparts.
During his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed progress in bilateral ties and reaffirmed plans to strengthen the strategic partnership.
Both sides discussed expanding cooperation in trade, energy, defence, technology and migration, and expressed optimism about concluding a comprehensive economic agreement this year. They also agreed to begin talks on a security information-sharing pact and launched Raisina Americas to deepen engagement.
In his meeting with UK leadership, both sides reviewed progress under Vision 2035 and welcomed cooperation in trade, defence, technology, education and people-to-people ties. They also expressed satisfaction over expanding education links, including new UK university campuses in India, and pushed for early implementation of the trade agreement.
With UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, he stressed diplomacy, international law and stability in West Asia. Both sides called for secure maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and reviewed cooperation in energy, trade, investment and defence, while agreeing to deepen ties further and continue high-level engagement, including discussions around the upcoming BRICS Summit.
With Kenyan President William Ruto, he highlighted the long-standing partnership rooted in shared Global South priorities and commitment to mutual development. He also reaffirmed India’s strong and enduring friendship with Egypt during his meeting with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
In discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Modi stressed continued expansion of cooperation in trade and investment, while his meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung focused on strengthening collaboration in trade, commerce and emerging technologies.
