A delegation from Tajikistan, led by Minister of Industry and New Technologies Sherali Kabir, is participating in the 2026 India AI Impact Summit, taking place from February 16-20 in New Delhi.
According to the Ministry of Industry's press service, during the summit, Sherali Kabir met with Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI. The discussions focused on exploring the potential application of OpenAI's solutions for the digital transformation of Tajikistan's industry and launching pilot projects in the field of artificial intelligence (AI).
At the forum, the Tajik Minister also held several bilateral meetings with representatives from Indian government agencies, international organizations, and executives from industrial AI companies. The parties discussed opportunities for joint projects and investment attraction.
Additionally, Sherali Kabir met with India’s Minister of Railways, Electronics, and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, further highlighting Tajikistan’s active participation in the global AI dialogue.
The Tajik delegation presented the country’s national priorities for industrial development and AI integration. Focus areas included modernization of manufacturing processes, digital economy development, the creation of high-tech industries, and workforce training for the future industry.
At plenary and thematic sessions, discussions covered "smart" manufacturing systems, industrial automation, and digital infrastructure management.
Tajikistan’s participation in the India AI Impact Summit 2026 reflects the country's commitment to developing its digital economy and expanding international cooperation in high technology, the press service added.
A global platform for AI development
The summit is chaired by the Prime Minister of India and features the participation of heads of state and government, leaders of international organizations, and top executives from leading tech companies. More than 100 countries are represented at the event.
According to international media reports, this summit marks the fourth in a series of global forums on artificial intelligence held since 2023. Previous forums took place in France, South Korea, and the United Kingdom.
Among the speakers at the summit are the UN Secretary-General and leaders of major technology companies. World leaders are discussing AI regulation, the technology's impact on the labor market, and child safety in the digital environment.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that successful AI models developed in India could be implemented worldwide, emphasizing the importance of open technological systems and international collaboration.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for equitable and broad access to AI technologies and stressed that the future of AI should not be dictated by a limited group of private players.
