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Modi cautions against weaponising technology at BRICS summit
✍️ Nagaland Post
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 01:36 PM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that technology should not be turned into a weapon during his remarks at the BRICS summit, as reported by the Nagaland Post.
New Delhi – Speaking at the BRICS summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the growing risk that emerging technologies could be misused as instruments of conflict. He urged member nations to adopt safeguards that prevent digital tools from becoming weapons that threaten global stability.
Modi’s remarks came as delegates discussed cooperation on trade, climate and security. The prime minister emphasized that responsible innovation is essential for maintaining peace among the five emerging economies.
The warning underscores India’s stance on ensuring that advancements in fields such as artificial intelligence, cyber‑operations and surveillance are governed by ethical norms, a message that resonated with other leaders at the gathering.
The Nagaland Post reported the statement, noting that Modi’s call for restraint reflects broader concerns about the militarisation of technology worldwide.
Modi’s remarks came as delegates discussed cooperation on trade, climate and security. The prime minister emphasized that responsible innovation is essential for maintaining peace among the five emerging economies.
The warning underscores India’s stance on ensuring that advancements in fields such as artificial intelligence, cyber‑operations and surveillance are governed by ethical norms, a message that resonated with other leaders at the gathering.
The Nagaland Post reported the statement, noting that Modi’s call for restraint reflects broader concerns about the militarisation of technology worldwide.