We Must Understand Dangers Posed By Deepfakes to Society: PM Modi to G20 Leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the virtual G-20 Summit hosted by India and highlighted the bloc’s achievements, including the entry of the African Union into G-20, under India’s Presidency.

The prime minister added that it was under India’s presidency that all the G20 countries came together in cooperation to give voice and a platform to Africa to put forward its issues.

“In today’s world which is full of challenges, it is mutual trust that binds us, connects us,” PM Modi said while addressing the G-20 leaders.

“G20 has given a message of inclusivity which is phenomenal. It is a proud moment for India that the African Union was given a voice in G20 under its presidency,” PM Modi added.

On the ongoing war between Israel and the militant group Hamas, Prime Minister Modi welcomed the deal for the release of hostages and said that terrorism in any form or state is unacceptable to G-20.

PM Modi also said that he hopes all the hostages will soon be safely released and emphasised that this war doesn’t shape itself into a regional military conflict.

The prime minister also talked about India’s role in promoting the development of alternative fuels along with reducing carbon.

“G20 has recognised mission LiFE — lifestyle for the environment for a pro-planet approach. There has been a call to triple the use of renewable energy by 2030. It has shown commitment towards clean hydrogen. The need to take climate finance from billions to trillions has been recognised. In a few days, during COP-28 being held in UAE, concrete steps need to be taken on all these initiatives,” Modi said.

PM Modi on Artificial Intelligence

On the recent issue around the deepfake videos of famous personalities, PM Modi said that the world is worried about the negative outcomes of Artificial Intelligence. (AI)

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“The world is worried about the negative effects of AI. India thinks we have to work together on the global regulations for AI. Understanding how dangerous deepfakes are for society and individuals, we need to work forward. We want AI to reach the people, it must be safe for society,” Modi said.

“To implement DPI in countries of the Global South, I propose to establish a Social Impact Fund. On behalf of India, I also announce an initial amount of USD 25 million for this. I hope that all of you will join this initiative,” Modi said.

He said in the age of Artificial Intelligence, there is a need to use technology responsibly.

PM Modi on Israel-Hamas War

Addressing the G-20 leaders virtually from New Delhi, the prime minister Wednesday said that it was important to ensure that the war doesn’t escalate into a regional conflict.

He also welcomed the truce deal to release hostages and said that terrorism in any form or state is unacceptable to G-20.

“We welcome the news of the deal about the release of hostages. We hope all the hostages will be released soon,” said Modi.

The Prime Minister added that new challenges have arisen in the last months and the “situation of insecurity and instability in the West Asia region was a matter of concern”.