New Delhi, Feb 17 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his appreciation on Tuesday for the recognition given by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic regarding India's leadership in the field of artificial intelligence.

The PMOIndia X handle highlighted the significance of the Serbian President's remarks, noting that he described the India AI Impact Summit as more than just a conference, calling it "a pivotal moment that solidifies India’s position at the forefront of the global conversation on artificial intelligence".

"Arriving in Delhi to engage in the ambitious India AI Impact Summit fills me with an overwhelming sense of excitement. This feeling stems from witnessing a nation I have long respected flourish and chart a course for success for its peers. India’s capacity to uphold unity amidst diversity has always captivated me. As one of the largest republics globally, embracing countless languages, religions, cultures, and traditions, the country exemplifies a vibrant, dynamic pluralism," wrote the Serbian President in an article featured in The Indian Express.

"My deep connection with India was solidified during my first interactions with its citizens while I worked in London during the 1990s. The insights I gained then, far removed from the refined corridors of diplomacy and political noise, have significantly influenced my character and perspective," he added.

Prime Minister Modi officially opened the India AI Impact Summit and Expo on Monday at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital, reiterating India’s dedication to responsible and inclusive AI.

This Summit, the first major global AI event hosted in the Global South, is seeing unprecedented attendance, featuring over 20 heads of state, 60 ministers, and 500 global AI leaders. The event aims to unite policymakers, tech companies, innovators, academia, and industry leaders to turn global AI discussions into actionable development outcomes through the IndiaAI Mission and the Digital India initiative. On February 19, the Prime Minister is set to deliver the inaugural address, shaping the dialogue for enhanced global collaboration and advancing India’s vision for inclusive and development-focused artificial intelligence.

The Expo showcases 13 country pavilions, highlighting international cooperation in the AI landscape. These include pavilions from Australia, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Serbia, Estonia, Tajikistan, and Africa.