AI Impact Summit 2026: Top leaders, tech giants and experts will discuss future strategies, can AI be transformed into an opportunity rather than a threat
India is hosting the India–AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi from February 16–20, 2026. The Summit will bring together global leaders, policymakers, innovators, and experts from across the world to deliberate on the way forward for AI.
Top leaders like PM Modi and Sam Altman will discuss future strategies. Understanding the impact of AI on the global workforce in the future has become a pressing need. This Summit will determine how to transform artificial intelligence into an opportunity rather than a threat.
AI a major issue for economy and employment
The AI Impact Summit 2026 is set to begin in the capital, Delhi, on February 16. Leaders like PM Modi, Emmanuel Macron, and Sundar Pichai will participate. This Summit will highlight that AI is a major issue for the future economy and employment.
AI will replace old jobs
There's often a fear that the advent of AI will lead to job losses. But the other side of the story is that AI enhances human capabilities. Just as ATMs replaced the work of bank tellers, AI will replace old jobs.
New opportunities will also increase
According to the World Economic Forum, 85 million jobs could be lost by 2026. But during this same period, approximately 97 million new roles and opportunities will also be created. This means that while job changes will certainly occur, new opportunities will also increase significantly.
AI does not operate on its own
AI does not operate on its own; humans will always be needed to operate it. It lacks the ability to think, feel, and make ethical decisions like humans. The future is not about 'humans versus AI,' but about the union of 'humans and AI.'
AI could add $15.7 trillion to the global economy
According to a PwC report, AI is poised to drive significant economic growth by 2030. AI could add a staggering $15.7 trillion to the global economy. This is only possible if humans and machines work together effectively.
Need for New Skills
Learning new skills is crucial to succeed in the AI era. In the coming years, more than half of the workforce will need to undergo reskilling and upskilling. Governments and large companies need to launch specialized training programs for this purpose.
Need to focus more on digital skills
Our schools and colleges will also need to focus more on digital skills. With the help of AI tools, doctors can provide accurate diagnoses and farmers can grow better crops. The future will be bright for those who embrace change and upgrade themselves.
AI only increases the speed and quality of work
If the right policies and ethical rules are established, AI will never become a threat. It is a powerful tool that only increases the speed and quality of work. Even small businesses will be able to provide excellent service to their customers with the help of AI.
Paricipants
This event, being held in Delhi, is bringing together tech giants from around the world. Names like Bill Gates and Jensen Huang will also be actively participating in the discussions.
At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, leaders from the following countries are scheduled to attend the AI Impact Summit:
1. Bhutan – H.E. Mr. Tshering Tobgay, Prime Minister
2. Bolivia – H.E. Mr. Edmand Lara Montano, Vice President
3. Brazil – H.E. Mr. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President
4. Croatia – H.E. Mr. Andrej Plenković, Prime Minister
5. Estonia – H.E. Mr. Alar Karis, President
6. Finland – H.E. Mr. Petteri Orpo, Prime Minister
7. France – H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President
8. Greece – H.E. Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister
9. Guyana - H.E. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, Vice President
10. Kazakhstan - H.E. Mr. Olzhas Bektenov, Prime Minister
11. Liechtenstein – H.S.H. Hereditary Prince Alois, Hereditary Prince of the Principality of Liechtenstein
12. Mauritius – H.E. Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam GCSK, FRCP, Prime Minister
13. Serbia – H.E. Mr. Aleksandar Vučić, President
14. Slovakia – H.E. Mr. Peter Pellegrini, President
15. Spain – H.E. Mr. Pedro Sánchez Pérez-Castejón, President
16. Sri Lanka – H.E. Mr. Anura Kumara Disanayaka, President
17. Seychelles - H.E. Mr. Sebastien Pillay, Vice President
18. Switzerland – H.E. Mr. Guy Parmelin, President
19. The Netherlands – H.E. Mr. Dick Schoof, Prime Minister
20. UAE – H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi
In addition, Ministerial delegations from over 45 countries would be participating in the Summit. The UN Secretary General and Senior Officials from several International Organizations will also join the deliberations.