World leaders and tech executives gather for AI summit in Paris

World leaders and tech executives are gathering in Paris for a two-day AI summit, focusing on diplomatic discussions and technological advancements. Key attendees include U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing. The summit aims to foster AI development across various sectors and will launch a global partnership called “Current AI.” France plans to announce private investments totaling 109 billion euros in AI initiatives. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is co-hosting the summit with French President Emmanuel Macron, emphasizing the need for equitable access to AI. Discussions also include defense partnerships between France and India.