Nepal, India explore AI collaboration and technology partnerships
Nepal and India held a discussion on AI cooperation, with the Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NICCI) and the Embassy of India in Nepal leading the event. Participants emphasized local-language AI solutions, joint research, talent development, and attracting foreign investment in technology.
The Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NICCI), in partnership with the Embassy of India in Nepal, organized a session focused on AI and emerging technology collaboration between the two countries. The event, titled *India-Nepal Partnership in Emerging Technologies*, brought together business leaders, policymakers, academics, and tech professionals to explore bilateral opportunities. Pratyush Kumar, CEO of Sarvam AI—a South Asian company specializing in generative AI and local-language tech—delivered a keynote address. He stressed the need for AI systems tailored to regional languages and domestic needs, urging emerging economies to develop indigenous AI capabilities rather than relying solely on foreign solutions. NICCI President Sunil KC urged Sarvam AI to explore partnerships and investments in Nepal, highlighting potential for foreign direct investment and knowledge transfer. Suman Shekhar, First Secretary (Commerce) at the Embassy of India, reinforced growing cooperation in digital capacity building, startups, and innovation, calling for deeper engagement between Indian and Nepali stakeholders. Bindu Nath Lohani, Chancellor of the University of Nepal, emphasized the role of higher education in nurturing AI talent and advancing research. Participants discussed AI adoption, governance frameworks, and regional collaboration during an interactive Q&A, identifying joint research initiatives, training programs, and startup exchanges as key areas for future cooperation.
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