New Delhi, May 21: The third India-Nordic Summit held in Oslo has signaled a significant shift in defining global technology governance. A report highlights that India is emerging not just as a rule-follower but as a co-creator of digital and AI regulations.
According to a report by India Narrative, leaders from Nordic countries presented this relationship as a strategic partnership based on green technology and innovation. They believe that strengthening supply chains, research collaboration, and digital infrastructure in India will yield both business benefits and geopolitical strength.
Both sides view each other as strategic partners. India is seen as a large-scale laboratory for inclusive digital innovation, while Norway is recognized for its expertise in high-tech, green technology, and improved governance.
The report states that the AI Impact Summit held in New Delhi demonstrated that India is not merely implementing rules set by other countries but is actively developing its own AI governance framework, inviting both the Global North and Global South to participate.
The main agenda of the Oslo meeting was inclusive and human-centered AI collaboration, reflecting the growing alignment between the social-democratic tech values of Nordic countries and India’s leadership in the AI Impact Declaration.
The declaration emphasizes human resources, inclusion, trustworthy AI, and the democratic use of AI resources. This perspective significantly differs from the security-focused debates occurring in Washington and Brussels.
The report notes, “Over the past decade, India has built a robust digital public infrastructure. This includes Aadhaar for identification, UPI for quick payments, and open APIs that allow private companies to develop services on government platforms.”
These systems have become the foundation for welfare schemes, financial inclusion, and everyday transactions for over a billion people. They are also being adopted in several countries across Asia and Africa, including the open-source identity platform MOSIP and vaccine certification systems.
The report mentions that Norway has a strong tradition of data protection and civil liberties. Thus, it can encourage India to adopt stronger security measures in its digital personal data protection laws and AI practices.
According to the report, Nordic companies are facing political pressure regarding rising costs and supply chain stability. Increasing production and research and development activities in India will help reduce dependence on China.
Additionally, this will allow Norway to benefit from India’s vast STEM talent and rapidly evolving data and AI regulatory framework.
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