In a groundbreaking achievement at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, 88 nations and global bodies endorsed the New Delhi Declaration, forging a new era of AI cooperation. This consensus-driven initiative stands as a beacon for equitable AI advancement across the world.
Rooted in the ethos of universal welfare, the declaration prioritizes AI that serves humanity first. It calls for collaborative efforts that honor sovereignty, promote reliable systems, and ensure broad accessibility.
Structured on seven core pillars, it lays the groundwork for global AI synergy: equalizing access to AI tools, fueling economic and social progress, prioritizing safety and trust, leveraging AI for scientific breakthroughs, broadening social inclusion, investing in skills development, and building cutting-edge AI infrastructures.
The pact highlights AI’s power to reshape economies through open-source models, sustainable energy use, and integration into governance, public delivery, and research. Strengthening international ties is key to realizing these visions.
Essential infrastructure and connectivity must be bolstered for AI’s promise, as per the declaration. Inspired by the philosophy of global unity, it recognizes the critical need for affordable AI resources, enabling countries to empower their populations in AI innovation and deployment.
As a flexible, voluntary charter, it avoids mandates, instead focusing on democratizing resources, nurturing homegrown innovations, and aligning with local regulations to create resilient AI landscapes. The ultimate goal: inclusive access to AI’s technological and economic dividends for all strata of society.
By dismantling research hurdles and fostering cross-border scientific partnerships, the declaration paves the way for unprecedented AI-driven discoveries and developments.