India's AI Impact Summit

This page is a repository of writings and events written and hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies in the run-up to the AI Impact Summit, which will be held in February 2026 in New Delhi, India

India's Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact Summit will be held on February 19-20, 2026, with an agenda focused on inclusive, responsible, and impactful AI cooperation. This page is a repository of writings and events written and hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies before and in the run-up to the Summit. 

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Is the Global South More Optimistic Than Prepared for AI?

Emerging and developing economies are more optimistic than advanced ones about artificial intelligence (AI), but less prepared to adopt it. This gap could offer a “golden opportunity” for partnerships with the United States around AI standards, skills, and exports.

Analysis by Navin Girishankar and Andrea Leonard Palazzi — October 23, 2025

From Divide to Delivery: How AI Can Serve the Global South

As the World Bank and IMF meet on global resilience next week, a question looms: Will the AI revolution be shaped with the Global South, or simply imposed on it? The choices on infrastructure, governance and localization made now will define development for decades.

Commentary by Anjali Kaur — October 8, 2025

An Open Door: AI Innovation in the Global South amid Geostrategic Competition

Open-source AI models are transforming the adaptability and efficiency of technological innovation, promoting transparency and democracy, and empowering the Global South to address international development challenges in partnership with the United States.

Report by Noam Unger and Madeleine McLean — August 13, 2025

Betting on America

The Golden Opportunity for American AI featuring Brad Smith

Brad Smith, CSIS Trustee and Vice Chair and President of Microsoft, joins Navin Girishankar's Betting on America to share his thoughts on "The Golden Opportunity for American AI." 

Podcast Episode by Navin Girishankar — July 9, 2025

Photo: iLab/CSIS
The AI Policy Podcast

Unpacking the AI Action Summit

In this special episode, Greg breaks down his biggest takeaways from the Paris AI Action Summit.

Podcast Episode by Gregory C. Allen — February 14, 2025

Photo: CSIS

France’s AI Action Summit

Laura Caroli explores how the Paris AI Action Summit differs from past meetings, what was agreed upon, and who signed the final declaration. With insights on Vice President JD Vance’s remarks and Europe’s AI future, has AI safety truly faded from the agenda?

Critical Questions by Laura Caroli — February 14, 2025

AI in the Field of Economic Development

This panel discussion will analyze how economic development agencies and organizations can harness the potential of AI technology while ensuring robust safeguards. Listen to experts explore the strategies and principles necessary to navigate this transformative landscape responsibly. 

Event — June 25, 2024