New Delhi witnessed a pivotal diplomatic engagement as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held extensive talks with Finland’s Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, who arrived for the AI Impact Summit 2026. Modi hailed the meeting as a cornerstone for strengthening bilateral ties, emphasizing a shared ambition to double trade volumes between the two nations.
Posting on X, formerly Twitter, PM Modi shared images from the discussion, thanking Orpo for his personal efforts in advancing the India-EU Free Trade Agreement. ‘This will usher in a golden era for India-Europe relations,’ Modi stated, highlighting how such collaborations fortify economic partnerships.
The conversation delved into futuristic technologies, including 6G, innovation, clean energy, biofuels, and circular economy initiatives. Both leaders explored opportunities in sustainable development, digitalization, AI research, and ethical innovation. Modi praised Finland’s rising stature as an AI innovation hub and underscored the role of Indian talent in bolstering these partnerships.
Reaffirming commitments to responsible, talent-driven AI and tech-enabled solutions for a sustainable future, the duo set the stage for deeper cooperation. The AI Impact Summit 2026, running from February 16 to 20, draws over 100 government delegates, including more than 20 heads of state, 60 ministers, and 500 global AI leaders from tech giants, CEOs, founders, academics, and researchers.
PM Modi inaugurated the summit expo on February 16 evening, touring stalls and commending Indian startups and institutions for their AI advancements. The event fosters discussions on AI’s role in inclusive growth, fortifying public systems, and enabling sustainable development, uniting stakeholders from governments, tech, research, and industry.