As part of the President of the Republic’s visit to India from February 17 to 19, the Minister Delegate for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Affairs took part in discussions contributing to the Digital Track of the French G7 Presidency (PFG7).
On the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, during the event “Protecting Children in the Age of AI” held on February 18 and endorsed by the French G7 Presidency, the Minister reiterated France’s ambitions regarding online child protection and the development of the digital sector.
France reaffirmed its determination to extend its reflections on the protection of minors online to cover generative AI accessible to the general public, and to address the risks linked to the use of these technologies by and for children. The Minister highlighted France’s recent progress, notably the adoption of legislation banning access to social networks for minors under fifteen, and the creation of an expert commission on the risks of generative AI.
Discussions explored the new challenges raised by generative AI available to the public, examined the responsibility of AI developers and platforms, and highlighted the commitment of associations, foundations, and civil society organizations.
At the conclusion of this event, the Minister announced an international call for scientific contributions to inform the commission’s work. The findings will be presented alongside the French G7 Presidency and will help shape concrete recommendations and new common standards.
The international effort to strengthen children’s online safety and to develop a shared protective framework represents key priorities for the Digital Track throughout the duration of France’s G7 Presidency.