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Sri Lankan President Arrives in India for Historic Global AI Impact Summit 2026

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka is arriving in New Delhi to attend the AI Impact Summit 2026. His participation underscores the close and evolving partnership between India and Sri Lanka, especially in digital cooperation. The summit, the first of its kind hosted in the Global South, aims to shape an inclusive and responsible future for artificial intelligence. It brings together global leaders to deliberate on AI's transformative potential across governance and sustainable development.

Key Points: Sri Lankan President Visits India for AI Impact Summit 2026

  • First AI summit in Global South
  • Focus on inclusive & responsible innovation
  • Part of sustained bilateral momentum
  • Showcases India's sovereign AI vision
  • 20+ countries participating
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Sri Lankan Prez Anura Kumara Disanayaka to arrive in India for AI Impact Summit 2026

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka arrives in New Delhi for the Global AI Impact Summit, highlighting India-Sri Lanka tech partnership.

"Sri Lanka's participation reflects the depth and priority of the India-Sri Lanka partnership - Sri Lankan High Commission"

New Delhi, February 17

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka will land in India on Tuesday evening for the AI Impact Summit 2026, the Sri Lankan High Commission said in a statement.

The statement noted that the Global AI Impact Summit is the first summit of its kind to be hosted in the Global South. At a time when emerging technologies are reshaping economies and societies, Sri Lanka's participation reflects the depth and priority of the India-Sri Lanka partnership, and our shared commitment to ensuring innovation remains inclusive, responsible and people-centred.

Building on the President's landmark State Visit in December 2024 and the joint vision "Fostering Partnerships for a Shared Future," Sri Lanka and India have sustained momentum across connectivity, economic engagement, digital cooperation, capacity building and people-to-people ties, the statement noted.

It further mentioned how as one of the South Asian leaders present, the President's participation underscores both the closeness of our relationship and our commitment to working together on issues that will shape the future.

Rooted in proximity, strengthened by trust, and guided by practical cooperation, the India-Sri Lanka partnership continues to evolve with purpose.

The Global AI Impact Summit brings together global leaders, policymakers, technology companies, innovators, and experts to showcase and deliberate on the transformative potential of AI across governance, innovation, and sustainable development.

The AI Impact Summit which kicked off on Monday in New Delhi will welcome world leaders from across 20 countries.

From February 16 to 20, the Impact Summit, the first international AI summit hosted in the Global South, showcases New Delhi's ambition: to shape an AI future that is inclusive, responsible, and impactful. At the core is India's audacious vision for sovereign AI.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone working in tech, I'm glad to see the focus on "responsible and people-centred" AI. The West often sets the agenda, so it's crucial for countries like India and Sri Lanka to have a strong voice in this conversation. Hope the summit delivers concrete frameworks.
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Priya S
Strong neighbourhood ties are so important. Glad to see President Disanayaka visiting again. Our shared cultural and historical bonds make this partnership natural. Let's hope this summit leads to more joint projects that create jobs and solve local problems.
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Rohit P
"Sovereign AI" is a powerful vision. We cannot let our digital future be dictated by a few foreign corporations. Partnerships within South Asia to build our own capabilities are key. But the real test is implementation - will this benefit the common man?
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Meera T
While the summit is a positive step, I hope the discussions go beyond lofty statements. We need clear plans to ensure AI doesn't widen the gap between urban and rural India. Inclusive innovation must mean access for farmers, small shopkeepers, and everyone.
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Vikram M
Good to see our neighbourhood first policy in action. When Sri Lanka prospers, it's good for regional stability and our economy too. The connectivity projects mentioned are vital. AI cooperation could be the next big chapter in India-Sri Lanka relations.

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