Indo-U.S Science and Technology Forum(IUSSTF) launched the US India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative.
About US India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative:
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The initiative will serve as a platform for India and the United States(US) to cooperate on Artificial Intelligence(AI).
Goals of US India Artificial Intelligence(USIAI) Initiative:
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To strengthen US-India strategic partnership by focusing on AI cooperation in critical areas and priority areas of both countries.
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To identify opportunities for bilateral AI R&D collaboration;
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To share ideas for developing an AI Workforce;
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To recommend modes and mechanisms for catalysing partnerships.
About Indo-U.S Science and Technology Forum(IUSSTF)
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Established in: It was established in 2000. It is an autonomous bilateral organization jointly funded by both the Governments of India and the United States of America.
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Aim: To promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Innovation through interaction among government, academia, and industry.
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Nodal Department: The Department of Science & Technology, Governments of India is the nodal department for IUSSTF in India. Similarly, the U.S. Department of States is the nodal department in the US.