Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for collective global action to promote Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) and invited BRICS nations to participate in the AI Impact Summit, which India will host next year. He made the remarks while addressing the BRICS Outreach Session on Strengthening Multilateralism, Economic-Financial Affairs, and Artificial Intelligence during the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil.
Highlighting AI as a transformative force in the 21st century, PM Modi said, “India sees AI as a tool to enhance human values and capabilities. While AI can drive inclusive growth, we must also address concerns around ethics, bias, and misuse. We must work together to develop global standards for Responsible AI that ensure transparency, authenticity, and security of digital content.”
He welcomed the BRICS Leaders’ Statement on Global AI Governance issued at the summit and emphasized the need for global collaboration to build trust and safeguards around rapidly evolving technologies.
“In this spirit, India will host the AI Impact Summit next year to deepen international cooperation in this area. I invite all BRICS members and partners to actively participate and contribute to its success,” he said.
PM Modi further underscored the growing influence of BRICS amid global uncertainty, crediting its diversity and commitment to multipolarity as key strengths.
Key Highlights of PM Modi’s Address:
- Global South and Multilateral Reform: PM Modi reiterated BRICS’ growing relevance for the Global South and called for urgent reform of global institutions like the UN Security Council, WTO, and Multilateral Development Banks. “You can’t run 21st-century software on 20th-century typewriters,” he said, emphasizing the need for modernization.
- AI and Technology Use in India: India is actively using AI in sectors such as health, agriculture, education, and governance, guided by its principle of AI for All, he noted.
- BRICS Science and Research Repository: PM Modi proposed the creation of a BRICS Science and Research Repository, extending benefits to developing nations, and highlighted India’s One Nation One Subscription initiative for academic journal access.
- Secure Supply Chains: He stressed the importance of building secure and resilient supply chains for critical minerals and emerging technologies, and cautioned against monopolistic or politically motivated control over these resources.
- Agricultural Collaboration: PM Modi promoted the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform, based in India, as a hub for knowledge-sharing in agri-biotech, precision farming, and climate adaptation.
- NDB Reform: He urged that the BRICS-led New Development Bank (NDB) adopt a demand-driven approach, with a focus on long-term financial sustainability and strong credit ratings to enhance its credibility.
The 17th BRICS Summit, hosted by Brazil, convened leaders from founding members Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, along with new members Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE, and Indonesia. As the grouping expands its role on the global stage, India continues to position itself as a key driver of technology-led development and inclusive multilateralism.