Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming economies, reshaping industries, and influencing nearly every aspect of modern life. Yet, as innovation accelerates, it also reveals widening inequalities between countries with access to AI capabilities and those left behind, and between the potential for progress and the risks of misuse. Building a framework for inclusive, responsible, and human-centered AI cooperation has therefore become one of the defining global priorities of our time.
This session brings together leaders from Egypt, India, and beyond to explore the key challenges countries face in ensuring AI drives inclusive and responsible growth. It will examine how emerging economies can play an active role in shaping the future of AI governance rather than merely adapting to it, while considering how to balance innovation with accountability, empower local talent, and ensure that technological progress contributes to shared prosperity and sustainable development.
The session will especially look ahead to the upcoming AI Impact Summit in India in February 2026, where Egypt is also preparing for the summit and positioning itself to contribute meaningfully to the discussions and expected outcomes.
SPEAKERS
Abhishek Singh
Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India
Dr. Noha Adly
The Advisor to the Egyptian Minister of Communications & Information Technology for R&D
H.E. Suresh K. Reddy
Ambassador of India to the Arab Republic of Egypt
Mohamed Hanno
Partner and Managing Director, Arab Computers and Chairman, Alexandria Business Association (ABA)
Karima El Hakim
Country Director, Egypt and Director Africa, Plug and Play. Egypt
Dr. Hoda Baraka
ICT Minister Advisor for technology talents development & AI National lead & Acting Director of the Egyptian Center for Responsible AI
Anirban Sarma
Director, Centre for Digital Societies, Observer Research Foundation (ORF)
MODERATOR
Dr. Samir Saran
President, Observer Research Foundation (ORF), India
Dr. Abla Abdel Latif
Executive Director and Director of Research, ECES