Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis to attend India AI summit and meet with Prime Minister Modi

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to attend the India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi this week, where artificial intelligence policy and international cooperation will take center stage. The two-day event, scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday, will also include a bilateral meeting between Mitsotakis and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to government sources.

The India AI Impact Summit brings together more than 20 heads of state and representatives from over 60 countries to develop a global framework for artificial intelligence governance. The summit focuses specifically on measurable social and developmental impact, positioning AI as a tool for addressing global challenges.

Strategic Significance of Greece AI Summit Participation

Government sources described the prime minister’s attendance at the India AI summit as a strategic choice with high political and geo-economic significance. The trip aims to place Greece at the center of global AI discussions and reinforce its role as a bridge between Europe and the Global South. This positioning reflects Greece’s broader efforts to establish itself as a key player in emerging technology sectors.

Additionally, the visit underscores the expanding bilateral relationship between Greece and India across multiple sectors. According to sources, cooperation between the two nations has grown substantially in defense, trade, technology, education, tourism and agriculture over recent years.

High-Level Tech Industry Meetings Planned

During his time at the artificial intelligence summit, Mitsotakis will meet with several prominent tech industry leaders. The scheduled meetings include Demis Hassabis of Google DeepMind, Brad Smith of Microsoft, Mati Staniszewski of ElevenLabs, Sam Altman of OpenAI, and Arthur Mensch of Mistral AI, according to government sources.

The Greek delegation will include Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou and Special Secretary for Strategic Foresight Yannis Mastrogeorgiou. Their participation highlights Greece’s commitment to developing comprehensive AI policies and integrating artificial intelligence into government strategy.

Strengthening Greece-India Relations

The meeting between Mitsotakis and Modi represents the latest chapter in strengthening ties between the two countries. The bilateral meeting comes two and a half years after Modi’s visit to Athens and two years after Mitsotakis traveled to India, demonstrating consistent high-level diplomatic engagement.

However, the relationship extends beyond diplomatic courtesy to strategic partnership. Greek government sources emphasized that Greece’s geographic location positions it as a natural gateway connecting the Indo-Pacific region to Europe. This strategic positioning makes Greece a crucial link in the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor, a major infrastructure and trade initiative.

Greece as a Technology Bridge

Meanwhile, Greece’s participation in the AI summit reflects broader ambitions to become a technology hub within Europe. By engaging with both European partners and Global South nations like India, Greece seeks to leverage its unique position to facilitate international cooperation on emerging technologies. The focus on artificial intelligence governance particularly aligns with European Union priorities while maintaining connections with rapidly developing economies.

In contrast to earlier decades when Greece primarily focused on traditional European partnerships, the current approach emphasizes diversification and engagement with rising powers. The India relationship exemplifies this shift toward a more globally oriented foreign policy centered on technology, trade and strategic infrastructure.

The outcomes of the bilateral discussions and any agreements reached during the India AI Impact Summit are expected to be announced following the conclusion of the two-day event, though specific details about anticipated deliverables have not been confirmed by Greek or Indian authorities.