In a significant development for artificial intelligence governance, the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact has now garnered 91 signatories with the recent addition of Bangladesh, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. The declaration, initially adopted by 88 entities, aims to foster international cooperation for AI development and security.
The framework, structured around seven key pillars of action known as ‘Chakras,’ focuses on democratizing AI resources, promoting economic growth and social welfare, and ensuring the advancement of secure and reliable AI systems. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of AI for scientific progress, social empowerment, human capital development, and the establishment of resilient and innovative AI ecosystems.
During the AI Impact Summit 2026, global initiatives were outlined to translate the declaration’s objectives into tangible projects. These initiatives include the Charter for the Democratic Diffusion of AI, which advocates for affordable access to fundamental AI resources and the support of locally relevant innovation ecosystems. Furthermore, the summit introduced the Global AI Impact Commons to facilitate the widespread adoption of AI applications worldwide, along with the Trusted AI Commons, which serves as a repository for tools and standards to enhance the development of secure and trustworthy AI systems.
Source: mint – technology