India is emerging as a global leader in AI by focusing not just on technological advancement, but on inclusion and ethics. The India AI Mission, through initiatives like Bhashini, AI Kosha, and Safe & Trusted AI, aims to make AI reflect Indian languages, values, and needs. It also fosters global partnerships via platforms like GPAI and the Global AI Summit. This approach positions India as a key voice for the Global South in shaping AI governance.
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Russia’s Recognition of the Taliban Government ends two years of isolation
Russia has become the first country to formally recognise the Taliban-led government in Afghanistan, prioritising regional security and counter-terrorism cooperation over ideological concerns. This recognition reflects Moscow’s strategic interests in curbing ISKP threats, narcotics trade, and increasing its influence post-US withdrawal. For the Taliban, it opens the door to diplomatic legitimacy and potential regional investment, despite ongoing global criticism over human rights violations.
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