Introduction
The AI Action Summit [1] [3], co-chaired by India and France [1], will take place in Paris on February 10 and 11, 2025. This significant event aims to establish global standards for artificial intelligence (AI) and promote ethical governance while fostering innovation. Key figures, including President Ursula von der Leyen and Executive Vice-Presidents Stéphane Séjourné and Henna Virkkunen, will participate alongside world leaders, policymakers [1], and industry pioneers to address the rapid evolution of AI technologies and their societal impacts [2].
Description
President Ursula von der Leyen [3], Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné [3], and Executive Vice-President Henna Virkkunen will attend the AI Action Summit in Paris on February 10 and 11, 2025 [3]. Co-chaired by India and France [1], the summit aims to establish global AI standards and promote ethical governance in AI development while fostering innovation and emphasizing AI for the public good. Participants [1] [2] [3], including world leaders [1], policymakers [1], industry pioneers [1], researchers [1] [3], academics [1], NGOs [1], and artists from over 100 countries, will convene to address the rapid evolution of AI technologies and their societal impacts [2]. The discussions will focus on creating a human rights-based, ethical [1] [2] [3], and inclusive AI ecosystem that narrows inequalities and supports developing countries in building AI capacity [2].
During the summit [3], EVP Virkkunen will discuss the European Commission’s advancements in AI governance [3], particularly the AI Factories initiative and the EU Codes of Practice for general-purpose AI [3]. She will participate in a panel on trustworthy AI governance and a workshop aimed at reinforcing Europe’s leadership in responsible AI development. A key aspect of the discussions will be the update on the Code of Practice for general-purpose AI [3], which serves as a guiding document for compliance with the AI Act [3]. This Code will outline transparency and copyright obligations for AI models in the European market and establish risk assessment measures for advanced AI models that may pose systemic risks [3]. The initiative aims to align with industry best practices [3], ensuring that AI providers can innovate while maintaining consumer trust [3].
The Code of Practice is developed through a multi-stakeholder approach [3], involving over 1,000 participants from various sectors to create comprehensive [3], risk-based guidance [3]. This initiative is part of a broader ecosystem of AI governance that includes voluntary commitments to responsible AI development [3]. The summit will also highlight the intersection of AI and energy [2], fostering discussions on sustainable AI systems and establishing an observatory on AI’s energy impact [2].
The AI Factories initiative [3], which will deploy AI Factories across Member States [3], aims to enhance AI model development and generative AI solutions [3]. These Factories will provide advanced supercomputing capabilities [3], supporting startups and researchers in creating ethical AI models and reducing reliance on external providers [3]. The first set of AI Factories represents a €1.5 billion investment and is expected to significantly increase Europe’s AI computing capacity [3]. A focus of the AI Factories is on AI for Good [3], particularly in sectors such as crisis management [3], health [3], and science [3]. A dedicated workshop will explore opportunities at the intersection of health and science [3], emphasizing real-world applications like early cancer detection and personalized medicine [3].
On the second day of the summit [3], EVP Virkkunen will visit Station F [3], Europe’s largest incubator [3], to highlight Europe’s potential in trustworthy AI [3]. She will also engage in bilateral meetings with ministers and AI business leaders to advance Europe’s AI agenda [3]. The Apply AI Strategy aims to enhance industrial uses of AI and improve public service delivery [3], fostering innovation and competitiveness in strategic sectors [3]. The strategy seeks to create an environment conducive to AI adoption [3], investment [1] [3], and productivity while ensuring the development of a skilled workforce through the establishment of an AI Skills Academy [3], which will focus on education and training in generative AI [3].
Following the summit [3], the Commission will continue to engage with stakeholders to ensure that AI remains integral to Europe’s competitiveness and technological sovereignty [3]. Participants will commit to initiating a Global Dialogue on AI governance and establishing an Independent International Scientific Panel on AI [2], recognizing the need for inclusive dialogues that integrate safety, sustainable development [2], and respect for international laws [2], including human rights and intellectual property rights [2]. Future milestones will include upcoming global forums and conferences aimed at continuing commitments to sustainable and inclusive AI practices [2].
Conclusion
The AI Action Summit is poised to have a significant impact on the global AI landscape by setting standards and promoting ethical governance. The initiatives discussed [3], such as the AI Factories and the Code of Practice, are expected to enhance AI development and ensure responsible innovation. The summit’s outcomes will likely influence future global dialogues and collaborations, reinforcing the importance of AI in addressing societal challenges and fostering sustainable development.
References
[1] https://www.jagranjosh.com/general-knowledge/paris-ai-summit-check-date-time-schedule-and-agenda-1738222832-1
[2] https://www.elysee.fr/en/emmanuel-macron/2025/02/11/statement-on-inclusive-and-sustainable-artificial-intelligence-for-people-and-the-planet
[3] https://digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/executive-vice-president-virkkunen-participates-ai-action-summit-advance-trustworthy-ai-and
