New Delhi Declaration: Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit

Context: The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) has unanimously adopted the New Delhi declaration.

About Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI)

• The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) is a collaborative project launched to promote the ethical use and advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) consistent with human rights and fundamental democratic principles.
• Initially put forward by Canada and France during the 44th G7 summit in 2018, the initiative officially commenced in June 2020.
• Beginning with 15 nations, the GPAI has expanded to include 29 countries, encompassing nations such as India, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Japan, and Canada, among others.
  • Note: China, despite being a significant player in technology, is not part of this collective effort.
• The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) serves as the host organisation for the GPAI.

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Primary Goals GPAI

The primary goals of the GPAI are to:

• Serve as a collaborative platform that narrows the divide between theoretical advancements and practical applications in the realm of AI by endorsing state-of-the-art research and practical projects on AI’s pivotal concerns.
• Create a nexus of diverse stakeholders, drawing on the expertise of academia, industry, civil society, governments, and international entities to enhance global cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence.

Shaping AI’s Future: The New Delhi Declaration

The New Delhi Declaration is a landmark agreement reached by the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) outlining a vision for the future of AI.

Positioning GPAI as a Leader

• The declaration positions the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) as a leader in shaping the future of AI, both in development and collaborative applications across partner nations, particularly in healthcare and agriculture.
• They will lead global conversations on AI governance, safety, and trust.
• An inclusive focus will ensure AI benefits reach all, particularly in the Global South.

Key Challenges Addressed

The declaration acknowledges concerns around:

• Misinformation and disinformation
• Unemployment due to AI automation
• Lack of transparency and fairness in AI systems
• Data privacy and intellectual property protection
• Threats to human rights and democracy

Granular Regulations and Equitable Access

• The declaration calls for specific, detailed regulations governing AI user interactions.
• Equitable access to AI resources is crucial for all societies to reap its benefits.

Significance for India

• This aligns with India’s vision of collaborative AI development and promoting its digital public infrastructure model globally.
• Access to computing power from member nations will support India’s “sovereign AI” initiatives.
• The focus on AI in agriculture aligns with India’s goal of sustainable food production and climate resilience.

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