UK, US decline to sign global AI agreement at Paris summit
Updated: Feb 12th, 2025
At the global AI summit in Paris co-chaired by India, the UK and the US opted not to sign an international declaration advocating for an “open, inclusive, and ethical” approach to artificial intelligence. The agreement, endorsed by countries including France, China, and India, calls for global collaboration on AI governance. This is a setback to efforts by France and India to build an international consensus relating to the technology.
The UK cited concerns over national security and global governance, while US Vice President J D Vance warned that excessive regulation could stifle AI innovation. The absence of both nations raises questions about the future of global AI regulation and highlights a growing divide on AI oversight.
Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the 14th India-France CEO Forum, urging French businesses to invest in India. He highlighted India’s economic growth, stable policies, and ambitions in sectors like aviation, defence, space tech, and biotech. He emphasised the country’s Semiconductor and Quantum Mission, as well as plans to expand its nuclear energy capacity to 100 GW by 2047.
Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron co-chaired the AI Action Summit, where the Indian leader called for democratic and bias-free AI technologies. He stressed the importance of transparency and accessibility in AI governance. Modi also met US Vice President Vance at a dinner hosted by Macron, reflecting ongoing diplomatic engagements.
The AI summit underscored global divisions on AI regulation, with India positioning itself as a key player in the sector while balancing cooperation with major global powers.
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