The UK is set to champion the transformative potential of artificial intelligence to drive economic growth, create high-quality jobs and modernise public services as global leaders gather for the AI Impact Summit in India this week.

Led by Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy and AI Minister Kanishka Narayan, the UK delegation will work with international partners to accelerate practical uses of AI that improve everyday life, from faster medical diagnoses and more personalised education to more efficient local services and new high-quality employment opportunities.

The UK will highlight its commitment to turning innovation into impact through collaboration between government, academia and industry, with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology playing a central role in advancing responsible adoption and investment.

The summit builds on momentum from previous global AI gatherings and reflects a shared shift toward delivery, ensuring AI boosts productivity, supports sustainable development and expands opportunity beyond advanced economies

“The UK is leading the way on AI innovations and expertise. We are rightly a magnet for investment and talent from across the globe,” UK deputy prime minister David Lammy said.

“This Summit is an important moment in determining how we can work together with our international partners to unlock the full benefits and potential of AI, while baking in robust and fair safety standards that protect us all.

“We are turning ambition into action to deliver UK jobs, growth and prosperity. The business leaders joining us in India will build concrete partnerships and secure investment that delivers opportunity for working people in the UK, India and across the globe.”

This week, Lammy is expected to speak on a panel discussing unlocking oportunity through global languages where he will announce new UK support for an African Language Hub, enabling AI to work in 40 African languages, making the tech accessible to millions.

This is one of three new initatives being announced as part of the £58 million AI for Development programme, which includes funding for responsible AI innovation across South and Southeast Asia, and a compute hub at the University of Cape Town.

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“AI is the defining technology of our generation – and we’re determined to make sure it delivers for everyone,” UK AI Minister Kanishka Narayan said.

“It can cut waiting times, transform public services, create new jobs and give hard working communities a fresh start – and that’s exactly the message we’re taking to the summit.

“It is central to our plans for delivering national renewal but its benefits can’t and shouldn’t be reserved by the few.

“That’s why the UK is leading from front, pushing a global vision for AI that helps people everywhere to learn more, earn more, and shape the future on their terms.”