London, Feb 17 (NationPress) - The British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, emphasized that collaboration in technology and innovation forms a critical component of the 'India UK Vision 2035' as the Deputy Prime Minister of the UK, David Lammy, along with AI Minister Kanishka Narayan, is poised to visit New Delhi for the AI Impact Summit.

The summit, running from February 16-20 in New Delhi, aims to gather heads of state, ministers, global tech leaders, noted researchers, multilateral institutions, and industry representatives to discuss the impact of AI on fostering inclusive growth, enhancing public systems, and promoting sustainable development. This marks a historic gathering of this magnitude addressing AI-related issues within the Global South.

Cameron remarked on X, "We eagerly anticipate the arrival of Deputy PM David Lammy and AI Minister Kanishka Narayan in Delhi for the India AI Impact Summit 2026. Technology and innovation collaboration is a key pillar of the UK India Vision 2035."

"I was present at Bletchley Park in 2023 when the UK hosted the world’s inaugural AI Safety Summit. It’s inspiring to witness India take the lead in these discussions this week, as India’s approach to AI is crucial for the world," she added.

The UK government has stated, "This week’s AI Impact Summit in India will showcase how AI can drive growth, generate new jobs, enhance public services, and provide global benefits."

The delegation, headed by David Lammy and Kanishka Narayan, will engage in a week of discussions centered around the positive impacts of AI on daily life globally, not just in developed nations.

During the summit, both leaders will highlight that AI acts as a catalyst for renewal, aiding doctors in speedy diagnoses, personalizing education for learners, delivering services promptly by local councils, and fostering the creation of high-quality jobs.

David Lammy stated, "This summit represents a significant opportunity to collaborate with our international partners to harness the complete potential of AI, while incorporating robust safety standards to safeguard everyone."

"We are transforming ambition into action to generate jobs, growth, and prosperity in the UK. Business leaders accompanying us in India will establish tangible partnerships and garner investments that offer opportunities for working individuals in the UK, India, and worldwide," he remarked.

Kanishka Narayan referred to AI as a defining technology of our generation and expressed a commitment to ensuring its benefits reach everyone. He stated, "AI can reduce waiting times, revolutionize public services, create new job opportunities, and provide hardworking communities with a fresh start – and that’s the message we’re bringing to the summit."

Before heading to New Delhi, Lammy visited Sri Lanka and met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Tuesday. The Sri Lankan President remarked that Lammy's visit boosts global confidence in Sri Lanka’s recovery following the economic crisis and Cyclone Ditwah.

Following their meeting, Dissanayake posted on X: "We welcomed UK Deputy PM David Lammy today. His timely visit underscores global confidence in Sri Lanka’s recovery from the economic crisis and Cyclone Ditwah. We appreciate UK support for debt restructuring, zero-tariff textile access, and ongoing partnership in tourism, investment, and reconciliation."