UN Chief Guterres Says India Ideal Host for First Global South AI Summit

UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres stated that India is the appropriate venue for the inaugural AI summit focused on the Global South. The summit aims to bring together policymakers, technologists, and scholars from developing nations. Guterres highlighted India's growing role in technology and its capacity to host international events. The meeting is expected to address AI governance, ethics, and inclusive development. Organizers plan to showcase regional innovations and collaborative projects. The UN hopes the summit will shape policy frameworks for emerging economies. Participants will discuss ways to ensure AI benefits are widely shared. The event is slated to take place later this year, according to the announcement.