China will take the lead to help foster artificial-intelligence collaboration and development among developing-economy countries, President Xi Jinping said.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met Saturday during the BRICS summit in New Delhi.

Chinese President Xi ⁠Jinping ⁠unveiled on Sunday initiatives in areas ranging ⁠from AI to trade to deepen cooperation among the "Greater BRICS" emerging economies, as Beijing seeks to ​weld the grouping into a practical platform for Global South development.

Xi Jinping emphasised that every country, irrespective of its size, strength or wealth, should be treated equally in the global community.

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, who left for home after attending the BRICS Summit during the day, was also a notable absentee at the high dinner table.

A viral BRICS Summit photo featuring Modi, Putin and Xi unexpectedly drew attention to Indian diplomat Sidharth Babu, whose crucial role as interpreter overshadowed online chatter about his appearance.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has sought to turn the annual BRICS summit into another platform for championing Beijing’s vision for artificial intelligence, as it vies for global influence over the technology with the US.

BRICS summit India LIVE: Chinese President Xi Jinping has reportedly left Beijing for New Delhi at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders are expected to meet on the sidelines of the two-day BRICS summit on Saturday.