Tajikistan Embraces AI's Transformative Potential at AI Impact Summit 2026

Tajikistan, represented by AI Council Deputy Chair Firuzjon Sodiqov, highlights the government's commitment to digital transformation through AI, aiming to enhance public service efficiency. At the AI Impact Summit in India, the nation seeks productive dialogues and cooperation, emphasizing the importance of AI collaboration between India and Tajikistan.

Firuzjon Sodiqov, Deputy Chair of Tajikistan's Artificial Intelligence Council, emphasized the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing governance. Speaking on Monday, Sodiqov noted the country's focus on utilizing AI to improve public service delivery, enhancing both speed and quality for its citizens, according to ANI.

Sodiqov highlighted the substantial improvements expected in administrative efficiency by integrating AI tools and models, particularly in sectors that have been reliant on manual processes. He underscored the government's push for digital transformation, acknowledging the significant impact AI adoption can have across various processes.

The AI Summit in New Delhi presents an opportunity for Tajikistan to engage with India's growing AI leadership. The delegation expressed optimism for fruitful discussions and regional cooperation, with talks of signing a crucial AI collaboration document between India and Tajikistan during the summit, aligning with the two countries' strategic interests.

India's AI Impact Summit 2026, launched in New Delhi, is a landmark event showcasing India's ambition to lead in AI governance and innovation. The summit, inaugurated by PM Modi, gathers global leaders and tech visionaries to explore AI's transformative role, marking New Delhi as a pivotal center for AI discourse in the Global South.

Notable attendees include leaders such as French President Emmanuel Macron and Brazilian President Lula da Silva. Scheduled from February 16 to 20, the summit aims to initiate dialogues on AI's impact on governance and sustainable development, emphasizing New Delhi's intent to pioneer an inclusive and sovereign AI future.

(With inputs from agencies.)