Paris: Google CEO Sundar Pichai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Paris on Tuesday during the AI Action Summit. They discussed AI’s role in India’s future and how Google can support the country’s digital transformation.
Pichai shared a photo of the meeting on social media, expressing his excitement about working closely with India. He emphasized the importance of AI in education, healthcare, and economic growth.
PM Modi’s Address at AI Summit
Earlier, PM Modi addressed the India-France CEOs Forum. He highlighted the forum’s role in strengthening economic ties and fostering innovation. He praised business leaders for creating new opportunities in key sectors.
Modi described the event as more than a business gathering. He called it a meeting of bright minds from India and France, working together for progress. He urged companies to invest in AI research and development to benefit both nations.
He emphasized the deep trust between the two nations, built on democratic values and shared goals. He noted that India and France are collaborating on global solutions beyond their own interests.
PM Modi also co-chaired the AI Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. The summit featured global leaders and industry experts, focusing on technology and innovation. They discussed the ethical use of AI, data privacy, and security challenges.
The event showcased India and France’s growing partnership in AI and digital transformation. Discussions also covered initiatives to train the workforce in AI-related skills and promote responsible AI practices.
Modi and Macron reaffirmed their commitment to technological cooperation, emphasizing AI’s potential to address climate change, healthcare challenges, and economic development. The leaders also explored future collaborations in space technology and cybersecurity.
The AI Action Summit concluded with a vision to establish long-term frameworks for AI governance and international collaboration.
