Germany and India have expanded their technological cooperation with the formal signing of a new “AI Pact” in New Delhi. German Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger and his Indian counterpart, Ashwini Vaishnaw, sealed the agreement during the high-profile AI Impact Summit, an event that has drawn global leaders and tech executives to the Indian capital. This pact is designed to foster joint initiatives across several critical sectors, including industry, energy, healthcare, and agriculture, signaling a deeper integration of artificial intelligence into the economic fabric of both nations.
Enhancing mobility and skilled labor
A key component of the agreement focuses on the exchange of talent and professional expertise. According to an official statement from the Indian government, the pact includes the establishment of dedicated contact points in both countries to streamline the mobility of Indian students and skilled workers. This move aims to address labor demands in Germany’s tech sector while providing Indian professionals with expanded opportunities within the European market. Both nations have committed to shaping these AI advancements in a responsible and secure manner, ensuring they remain in alignment with democratic values and ethical standards.
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Strengthening economic ties
The “AI Pact” serves as a practical extension of the landmark free trade agreement recently concluded between the European Union and India in January 2026. Minister Wildberger noted that this collaboration will “breathe life” into the trade deal, creating substantial growth opportunities for German companies and helping to diversify global value chains. He further emphasized that the partnership is a strategic step toward strengthening digital sovereignty for both regions. This follows an earlier set of agreements made in January which laid the groundwork for joint projects in semiconductors, digital payments, and start-up ecosystems over the next two years.
Global presence at the AI Impact Summit
The signing occurred against the backdrop of the AI Impact Summit, which continues through Friday and features an array of prominent international figures. Global leaders such as French President Emmanuel Macron and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva have traveled to New Delhi for the summit, alongside industry titans including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Alphabet head Sundar Pichai. The presence of these high-level representatives underscores the summit’s role as a primary platform for navigating the future of artificial intelligence on a global scale.
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