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Rio de Janeiro: India sees AI as a way to improve human values and capabilities, according to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who also called for equal emphasis on addressing issues and promoting innovation in AI governance. They must collaborate for responsible AI.

He urged the BRICS countries to attend the ‘AI Impact Summit’ that would take place in India the following year while speaking at the BRICS Summit Outreach Session on ‘Strengthening Multilateralism, Economic-Financial Affairs, and Artificial Intelligence’ on Sunday (local time).

He said, “Technology, particularly artificial intelligence, is essential to human growth and prosperity in the twenty-first century. While artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to significantly improve the lives of the average person, it also raises concerns about prejudice, ethics, and hazards. India’s position on this issue is unambiguous: we see AI as a tool to improve human potential and ideals. Working on the ‘AI for All’ motto.

AI is now being widely and actively used in India in a number of fields, including government, education, health, and agriculture.

“In our opinion, AI governance should place equal emphasis on addressing issues and promoting innovation. To achieve responsible AI, we must collaborate. It will be necessary to develop international standards that can confirm the legitimacy of digital material in order to identify its source, preserve transparency, and prevent abuse. One encouraging move in this approach is the leaders’ declaration on the global governance of artificial intelligence that was released during today’s summit. We plan to host the “AI Impact Summit” in India the following year in an effort to improve collaboration amongst all nations. To ensure the success of this summit, we really hope that each and every one of you will actively participate,” he said.

According to PM Modi, the BRICS group’s “biggest strength” is its diversity and steadfast commitment to multipolarity. He pointed out that there are difficulties and uncertainties confronting the whole planet.
“Our greatest strength is the variety of the BRICS group and our strong commitment to multipolarity. The world is facing many difficulties and uncertainties right now, and the BRICS are becoming more and more relevant and influential. This is because the international order is under siege from all sides. Together, we should think about how BRICS might lead the way in a multipolar world in the future,” he said.

“In this context, I have some recommendations: First, we are making steady progress in our economic cooperation under BRICS. This has been made possible in particular by the BRICS Women Business Alliance and the BRICS Business Council. The international financial system’s overhaul has received particular attention under Brazil’s presidency. “This is great,” he continued.

He discussed how the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform, which was founded in India, may be used to exchange best practices in precision farming, agri-biotech, and climate change adaptation.

“We have provided a significant and powerful option for the development of the countries of the Global South in the form of the BRICS New Development Bank,” he said. The demand-driven premise, long-term financial viability, and a high credit rating should all be considered when NDB approves projects. Our demand for reformed multilateralism will gain greater legitimacy if we strengthen our own structures.

Second, the nations of the Global South have particular goals and expectations of BRICS today. Together, we can fulfill them. For instance, India has developed the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform, which may serve as a platform for exchanging best practices in precision farming, agri-biotech, and climate change adaptation,” he said.

He urged the establishment of the BRICS Science and Research Repository and emphasized that the countries in the Global South might also benefit from it. He advocated for the creation of robust and secure supply networks.
“We have launched the ‘One Nation One Subscription’ effort to provide access to all Indian academic publications nationwide. Several other BRICS nations have already signed similar agreements. In order to assist the nations of the Global South as well, I propose that we look into working together to establish a BRICS Science and Research Repository,” he said.

Third, we need to concentrate on strengthening the security and resilience of their supply chains in addition to increasing collaboration in vital minerals and technologies. Additionally, it must be ensured that no nation uses these resources as a weapon or just for its own benefit,” he said.

PM Modi wrote on X, “Addressed the Plenary session of the BRICS Summit on ‘Strengthening Multilateralism, Economic-Financial Affairs, and Artificial Intelligence.'” centered on ways to increase the BRICS platform’s efficacy in this environment of growing multipolarity. Additionally, a few recommendations were made, which are detailed in the thread below.

According to Randhir Jaiswal, a spokesman for the Ministry of External Affairs, PM Modi highlighted BRICS as a driving force for international collaboration and a multipolar world in his speech.

“At the 17th #BRICS Summit, PM @narendramodi joined BRICS members, partners, and outreach invitees for the ‘Strengthening Multilateralism, Economic-Financial Affairs, and Artificial Intelligence’ Outreach Session. The PM highlighted BRICS as a driving force for international collaboration and a multipolar world in his speech. In NDB-led initiatives, he advocated for a demand-driven strategy and long-term financial viability. The PM urged the creation of a BRICS Science & Research Repository and outlined India’s efforts in agri-biotech and digital education access. Regarding AI, he emphasized responsible governance and extended an invitation to the BRICS nations to attend the “AI Impact Summit” that India would organize the following year, Jaiswal wrote on X.