New Delhi, Oct. 5 -- Describing India as an increasingly central force in international diplomacy, Swiss Confederation President Guy Parmelin praised New Delhi's role in global governance and technology leadership, calling for an equitable Artificial Intelligence framework as Switzerland prepares to host the next global AI summit in Geneva in 2027.

Delivering a joint press statement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi following bilateral talks, President Parmelin emphasised that close, dynamic partnerships are critical to navigating an increasingly fragmented geopolitical landscape, highlighting bilateral alignment between two of the world's prominent democracies.

"India is becoming a key actor in global governance and plays an increasing...