India, France join forces to promote ethical AI development

India and France have signed a declaration on artificial intelligence (AI). In a joint statement, both countries said they will work together to ensure that norms and standards governing the use of AI reflect democratic values and harness the technology’s potential to further human development and protect the common good.

The announcement comes as both nations seek to align their efforts in advancing AI while ensuring its safe and ethical deployment — a key focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech at the plenary session of the AI Action Summit…