New Delhi, Feb 18 (NationPress) The Prime Ministers of Kazakhstan and the Netherlands touched down in New Delhi on Wednesday to participate in the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, which is taking place in the national capital and focuses on the revolutionary capabilities of Artificial Intelligence.

Kazakhstan's Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov was welcomed at the airport by Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh.

Upon his arrival, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated, "The visit of PM Olzhas Bektenov and his involvement in the India-AI Impact Summit will enhance the strong partnership between our nations."

In a similar vein, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh greeted Dick Schoof, the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, as he arrived in New Delhi for the summit.

PM Schoof is expected to participate in the India-AI Impact Summit; his involvement will further solidify and enhance the India-Netherlands bilateral partnership,” the MEA mentioned.

Global leaders, policymakers, and tech experts are gathering at the AI Impact Summit to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence in driving economic growth, enhancing governance, and fostering social development.

This summit, recognized as one of the foremost global platforms for artificial intelligence, will engage in comprehensive discussions about ethical AI, regulatory frameworks, and the influence of advanced technologies on various industries and public services. The participation of Slovakia is anticipated to enrich the conversations through the sharing of best practices and policy insights.

The five-day event has attracted attendees from over 110 countries and 30 international organizations, including around 20 Heads of State or Government and nearly 45 ministers, positioning it as one of the largest assemblies dedicated to AI governance and collaboration.

This initiative aims to harmonize global AI efforts with India's civilizational principle of 'Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya' (welfare for all, happiness for all) while endorsing the broader concept of AI for Humanity.

The India-AI Impact Summit 2026 marks the fourth edition in the series, following previous gatherings in the United Kingdom in 2023, South Korea in 2024, and France in 2025. This platform provides leaders an opportunity to scrutinize the ethical, economic, and social ramifications of artificial intelligence while fortifying partnerships in digital technology, trade, culture, tourism, and maritime collaboration.