The India AI Impact Summit 2026 (February 16–20, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi) stands as a historic milestone—the first major global AI summit hosted in the Global South. Organized under India’s IndiaAI Mission by the Ministry of Electronics and IT, it drew participation from over 100 countries (with invitations extended to more than 100), ministerial delegations from over 45 countries, and heads of state/government from 20 nations. Over 200,000 people registered online, underscoring massive global interest in inclusive, responsible AI frameworks focused on People, Planet, and Progress.

While full details on every participating country are not centralized in one public list (due to the scale involving delegations, exhibitors, and challenge applicants from 50–60+ nations), key highlights are available country-wise based on confirmed high-level attendance, pavilions at the India AI Impact Expo, and notable contributions.

Key Country-Wise Highlights from India AI Impact Summit 2026

• India (Host Nation) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the summit and expo on February 16, emphasizing AI for welfare, happiness, and equitable growth. India showcased its rising status as the world’s third-most AI-competitive nation (behind US & China), with launches like Bharat-VISTAAR (AI multilingual tool for farmers), IndiaAI Mission investments in compute, data centers, and semiconductors. Over 850 exhibitors highlighted real-world AI in agriculture, healthcare, education, and sustainability.
• France President Emmanuel Macron attended as a prominent global leader. France’s participation reinforced bilateral ties on ethical AI and governance, building on prior AI summits hosted in France.
• Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva joined, highlighting Global South perspectives on inclusive AI to bridge North-South divides and support sustainable development.
• Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay represented the nation, focusing on AI’s role in small economies and Himalayan sustainability.
• Bolivia Vice President Edmand Lara Montano participated, emphasizing AI for social equity in Latin America.
• Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended, discussing AI applications in emerging economies and regional cooperation.
• Serbia President Aleksandar Vucic present, contributing to discussions on AI innovation in Europe and beyond.
• Switzerland President Guy Parmelin joined, bringing insights on neutral, ethical AI frameworks.
• Netherlands Prime Minister Dick Schoof attended, focusing on AI safety, public services, and international collaboration.
• Finland Prime Minister Petteri Orpo participated, highlighting Nordic models of responsible AI in education and welfare.
• Greece Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended, addressing AI’s economic and governance potential.
• Guyana Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo (or Dr. Bharrat) represented, focusing on AI for resource-rich developing nations.
• Estonia President Alar Karis joined, showcasing digital governance and e-society expertise in AI.
• Croatia Prime Minister Andrej Plenković present for EU-Global South AI dialogue.
• United Arab Emirates (UAE) Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended, emphasizing AI investment and innovation hubs.
• Spain Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez participated (noted in several reports), contributing to European perspectives on AI ethics.

Other notable mentions include leaders from Liechtenstein, Mauritius, Seychelles, Slovakia, and more. Ministerial delegations from over 45 countries (beyond the 20 heads) ensured broad representation. The UN Secretary-General António Guterres and senior officials from international organizations also joined.

Expo & Global Participation Pavilions

The India AI Impact Expo featured 13+ country pavilions from nations including Australia, Japan, Russia, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Serbia, Estonia, Tajikistan, and several African countries, showcasing collaborative AI solutions.

Global Challenges Participation

• AI for ALL: Applications from 60+ countries in healthcare, agriculture, climate, etc.
• AI by HER: Over 50 countries for women-led AI innovations.
• YUVAi: From 38 countries for youth-driven solutions.

This summit reinforced multipolar AI development, ethical standards, and inclusive growth—amplifying Global South voices.

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