In a distinguished keynote address, President of the French Republic H.E. Mr. @EmmanuelMacron highlighted the transformative role of technology, affirming that artificial intelligence must serve as a vital enabler for humanity.
— IndiaAI (@OfficialINDIAai) February 19, 2026
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The Delhi AI Summit 2026 witnessed a defining global moment as French President Emmanuel Macron addressed world leaders, policymakers, and technology innovators at the India AI Impact Summit 2026.
In his keynote speech, President Macron underlined a crucial principle shaping the future of artificial intelligence: AI must serve humanity, not replace it.
His address added significant weight to the global conversation on AI governance, ethical deployment, and international cooperation.
AI Must Be a Force for Humanity
During his speech, President Macron highlighted the transformative role of artificial intelligence in reshaping economies, societies, and global power structures.
He emphasised that:
- AI should enhance human capability
- Technology must remain aligned with democratic values
- Innovation should promote inclusion and fairness
- Global collaboration is essential for responsible AI development
Macron’s remarks reinforced the idea that AI is not merely a technological tool, but a societal shift that demands ethical leadership.
Praise for India’s Digital Growth
Reflecting on the global digital landscape, President Macron acknowledged India’s remarkable achievements in building digital infrastructure at scale.
He noted that India’s progress in the digital economy is visible not only in statistics, but also in real-world impact. From digital payments to large scale digital identity systems, India has demonstrated how technology can drive inclusive development.
The summit platform allowed global leaders to recognise India’s emergence as a major voice in shaping AI governance in the Global South.
India AI Impact Summit 2026: A Global AI Platform
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 is one of the most influential artificial intelligence events of the year. Hosted in New Delhi, the summit brings together:
- Heads of state
- Senior ministers
- Global technology CEOs
- AI researchers
- Startup founders
- Policy experts
The event covers over 700 sessions focusing on AI safety, data governance, ethics, sovereign AI capabilities, and the future of work.
With participation from leaders like Narendra Modi and global technology executives, the summit positions India at the centre of international AI policy discussions.
Watch the AI Impact Summit LIVE
You can watch the full keynote session and other discussions directly through the official summit live stream.
