India Advocates Human-Centric AI Governance Framework at UN Dialogue

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India's Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh addressed a UN global dialogue on artificial intelligence governance. He stressed that any AI governance framework must be built around meaningful human oversight and respect for human rights. Singh also emphasized the importance of international cooperation in shaping responsible AI development. India's position calls for an inclusive approach, ensuring that AI governance does not sideline developing nations or marginalized communities.

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