New Delhi | Feb 18,2026 | SKY LINK TIMES
AI Impact Summit 2026-Global Leaders in Delhi:
Spanish President Pedro Sánchez, Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam, and Seychelles Vice President Sebastien Pillay arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday to participate in the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, a five-day global gathering focused on the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The summit brings together representatives from over 110 countries and 30 international organisations, including nearly 20 Heads of State or Government and around 45 ministers. The event underscores India’s growing role in shaping global AI governance, ethical frameworks, and digital partnerships.
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Warm Diplomatic Welcome in Delhi
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), President Sánchez was warmly received by Minister of State for Skills Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Singh upon arrival.
In a post on X, the MEA stated that the Spanish leader’s visit will add further momentum to the ongoing India-Spain Dual Year of Culture, Tourism and AI, reinforcing bilateral cooperation in emerging technologies and cultural exchange.
Mauritian Prime Minister Ramgoolam, accompanied by his wife Veena Ramgoolam, was received by Minister of State for Jal Shakti Raj Bhushan Choudhary. The MEA described Mauritius as a “close friend and maritime neighbour,” emphasizing that digital cooperation remains a key pillar of the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between the two nations.
Similarly, Seychelles Vice President Pillay was accorded a warm welcome. The Ministry highlighted Seychelles as a longstanding maritime partner, noting that participation in the summit offers fresh opportunities to harness AI for inclusive development and mutual benefit.
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Aligning AI With India’s Vision
The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 aims to align global AI initiatives with India’s guiding principle of ‘Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya’ — welfare for all, happiness for all — alongside the broader global concept of “AI for Humanity.”
The summit provides a platform for world leaders to deliberate on AI’s ethical, economic, and social implications. Discussions are expected to focus on responsible AI deployment, digital public infrastructure, cross-border data cooperation, and maritime digital security.
A Growing Global Platform
The 2026 edition marks the fourth in the AI Impact Summit series. Previous editions were held at Bletchley Park in the United Kingdom (2023), followed by summits in South Korea (2024) and France (2025).
With increasing global participation, the summit has evolved into a significant international forum for shaping AI governance and strengthening digital cooperation.
Several additional dignitaries are expected to arrive later in the day, further expanding the summit’s global footprint and reinforcing its emphasis on collaborative, inclusive AI-driven growth.
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