A high-level Israeli delegation will participate in the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to begin in New Delhi on February 16. The Israeli Embassy in New Delhi confirmed the visit, describing it as part of ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral engagement in advanced technology and innovation.
The summit is expected to bring together policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders to discuss the role of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in addressing global and developmental challenges.
Delegation Composition and Objectives
The Israeli delegation will be led by Ilan Fluss, former ambassador and EDT’s policy coordinator at Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It will include senior government officials, technology leaders, researchers, and policy experts.
According to the embassy, the visit aims to strengthen India-Israel collaboration in artificial intelligence, climate resilience, ESG investment, digital governance, and responsible innovation. The engagement is positioned as part of expanding cooperation between the two countries in advanced technology sectors.
Focus on Ethical and Responsible Innovation
In a statement, Ilan Fluss emphasized the shared responsibility of India and Israel in ensuring that technological advancement is guided by ethical principles. He noted that artificial intelligence is reshaping global systems and that bilateral cooperation reflects a commitment to combining innovation with human values.
The delegation’s participation is being viewed as part of a broader effort to advance collaboration in deep technology and AI-driven development.
Key Themes at the Summit
Israeli representatives are expected to participate in high-level panel discussions and bilateral meetings during the summit. Topics will include AI applications in climate adaptation, precision agriculture, digital public infrastructure, workforce transformation, and governance of emerging technologies.
Discussions will also focus on ESG frameworks, impact investment models, and public-private partnerships aimed at promoting inclusive and sustainable growth.
Academic and Institutional Engagement
Ahead of the summit, the Israeli Embassy organized side events to facilitate engagement between Indian and Israeli stakeholders across academia, industry, and government. During the main events at Bharat Mandapam, collaboration is planned with institutions such as IIT Ropar, Dhirubhai Ambani University, and the policy think tank The Dialogue.
Officials stated that the initiative reflects the growing strategic partnership between India and Israel, with a continued focus on innovation-led growth and responsible technology development.
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