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Switzerland to Host 2027 AI Summit in Geneva, Announces President Parmelin

Swiss President Guy Parmelin announced that Switzerland will host the next AI Summit in Geneva in 2027 during his address at the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. He emphasized the need for a global framework to ensure AI drives innovation and reduces inequality responsibly. Parmelin also met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to review bilateral relations and discuss economic cooperation under the recent trade agreement. Both leaders welcomed the summit initiative and reaffirmed their commitment to deepening the India-Switzerland partnership.

Key Points: Switzerland to Host 2027 AI Summit in Geneva

  • Geneva hosts 2027 AI Summit
  • Focus on responsible AI governance
  • India-Switzerland shared values on innovation
  • Summit strengthens digital policy role
  • Bilateral ties reviewed with India
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Switzerland to host next AI Summit in Geneva in 2027: Swiss President Parmelin

Swiss President Guy Parmelin announces Geneva will host the 2027 AI Summit, highlighting global cooperation on AI governance with India.

"Switzerland will actively contribute to advancing the global dialogue on the responsible use of AI - Guy Parmelin"

New Delhi, February 19

Switzerland will host the next AI Summit in Geneva in 2027, Swiss President Guy Parmelin announced during his address at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in the national capital, highlighting Switzerland's commitment to advancing global dialogue on the responsible use and governance of artificial intelligence.

In a post on X, President Parmelin said, "With this summit, Switzerland will actively contribute to advancing the global dialogue on the responsible use of AI, as well as its international governance and regulation."

Addressing the summit, Parmelin highlighted the transformative impact of AI on daily life, including education, healthcare, work, and communication, and stressed that while AI has the potential to drive innovation, reduce inequality, and create prosperity, these outcomes are not automatic and require careful governance.

"Switzerland and India share important values. Both our countries recognise the delicate balance between innovation and responsibility. With AI, we have an opportunity to address these challenges more equitably than in past technological revolutions, but only if we build the right framework conditions now," he said.

President Parmelin also emphasised that hosting the 2027 Summit would strengthen Switzerland's position in digital policy, reaffirm its commitment to a rules-based international order and consolidate its role as a hub for AI innovation and research.

"The summit will offer an important platform for International Geneva to highlight the importance of international law and fundamental rights in the development and use of AI," he said.

"Switzerland is honoured to continue this journey alongside India and all our other partners to ensure that artificial intelligence serves as a force for human flourishing, economic opportunity, and social progress for all," he added.

During his two-day visit to India, President Parmelin also met Prime Minister Narendra Modi later in the day, where the leaders reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral relations, including trade and investment, science and technology, innovation, skill development, cultural exchanges and people-to-people ties.

According to an official release, the two leaders discussed the growing momentum in economic ties following the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) and explored further opportunities for innovation-led growth, joint research, and capacity building.

PM Modi also welcomed Switzerland's initiative to host the next AI Summit and highlighted the collaboration with the United Arab Emirates, which will host the 2028 AI Summit.

Both leaders reaffirmed a shared vision to elevate the India-Switzerland partnership to new heights.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While international cooperation is key, I hope the summit doesn't become another talk shop where developed nations set all the rules. The framework must genuinely consider the needs of the Global South, including job creation and skilling in countries like India.
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Priya S
Good to see PM Modi engaging on this. The India-EFTA trade agreement is a big step. If AI governance talks are tied to such partnerships, it can lead to real tech transfer and joint R&D, not just theoretical discussions. Let's hope for concrete outcomes.
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Vikram M
"Balance between innovation and responsibility" – this is the core challenge. In India, we're deploying AI in farming and healthcare at scale. Our experience with real-world, large-scale implementation should be a central case study in Geneva 2027.
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Rohit P
Hope the summit addresses data sovereignty seriously. Many global AI models are trained on data from Indian users. We need clear international rules on data rights and fair value sharing. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
Switzerland is a credible host. Their focus on "international law and fundamental rights" is crucial. As an expat in Bengaluru, I see India's tech boom firsthand. Collaboration between traditional innovation hubs and emerging powerhouses like India is the way forward.

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