PM Modi & Macron: AI Summit Focus

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. PM Modi met with Macron in Paris ahead of the AI Summit.
2. The summit focuses on strengthening AI governance.
3. Discussions will center around a global AI governance model.
4. PM Modi also met with US Vice President JD Vance.
5. Modi is scheduled to address the India-France CEO Forum.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. The two leaders dined together ahead of the AI Summit. This summit is being held with the aim of strengthening AI governance.

PM Modi’s Visit

PM Modi arrived in France for a two-day visit, where he will co-chair the third edition of the AI Action Summit with Macron. The Indian community welcomed him at the airport with chants of “Modi, Modi” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai.” PM Modi described this welcome as “memorable.”

Purpose of the AI Summit

The main objective of the Paris Summit is to focus on a global AI governance model. It aims to make AI more inclusive, while also ensuring safe and transparent AI for users worldwide. It also focuses on boosting joint research and development of AI. The summit aims to discuss the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence.

Key Leaders at the Summit

High-profile leaders from around the world are participating in the AI Summit, from US Vice President JD Vance to Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoging. A diplomatic source told India Today TV that India co-chairing the AI Summit sends a signal to China that it is also an important stakeholder in the democratization of AI. The presence of such high profile leaders signifies the global importance of AI governance.

India-France CEO Forum

PM Modi is scheduled to address the India-France CEO Forum with Macron. Following this, PM Modi will visit the Mazargues War Cemetery in Marseille, where he will pay homage to fallen Indian Soldiers of the First World War. The First World War holds significance as many Indian soldiers fought alongside allied forces demonstrating India’s historical ties with Europe.

Bilateral Talks

PM Modi and Macron will also hold bilateral talks in Marseille, followed by addressing the India-France CEO Forum. Both leaders will also inaugurate India’s new consulate in Marseille. The France and India partnership is a key aspect of India’s foreign policy. This summit will further strengthen ties between India and France.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• PM Modi and Macron met before the AI Summit.
• The summit focuses on global AI governance.
• Modi also met with US Vice President JD Vance.
• Modi will address the India-France CEO Forum.
• India is a key stakeholder in the field of AI.

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