Archive · 26 Jul 2026
India's AI future bright despite energy challenges
George Yeo, a former foreign minister of Singapore, spoke at a conference about how India can become a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) despite not having a lot of natural energy.
He said India is investing in solar energy and has many smart people who can help with AI.
On the other hand, Europe is struggling because its energy is very expensive, which might make it harder for them to compete in AI.
China is also doing well in AI because it has a lot of cheap energy and good infrastructure.
Yeo thinks countries like Brazil could also become important in AI because of their resources and people.
India is investing in renewable energy, particularly solar, to support its AI ambitions.
India has a vast pool of skilled professionals and researchers, giving it a demographic advantage in AI development.
Europe faces high energy costs due to political decisions, limiting its ability to compete in the AI sector.
China is rapidly expanding its power generation and AI infrastructure, giving it an edge in the global AI race.
Countries like Brazil could also emerge as AI players due to their natural resources and population.
- Who
- George Yeo, Former Singapore Foreign Minister
- What
- India's potential as an AI powerhouse and Europe's energy challenges
- When
- New Enlightenment Conference 2026
- Where
- Adam Smith’s Panmure House
- Why
- To discuss the future of AI and energy challenges
India's AI Potential
Europe's Energy Challenges
Energy Resources
India's AI Potential
India is investing heavily in renewable energy, particularly solar, to support its AI ambitions despite limited natural energy resources.
Europe's Energy Challenges
Europe faces high energy costs due to political decisions, limiting its ability to compete in the AI sector.
Talent Pool
India's AI Potential
India has a vast pool of skilled professionals and researchers, giving it a demographic advantage in AI development.
Europe's Energy Challenges
Europe's high energy costs could undermine its AI ambitions, making it difficult to compete globally.
- Speaker
- George Yeo, Former Singapore Foreign Minister
- Event
- New Enlightenment Conference 2026
- Location
- Adam Smith’s Panmure House
- India's Energy Strategy
- Investing in renewable energy, particularly solar
- Europe's Energy Challenge
- High energy costs due to political decisions
- China's AI Infrastructure
- Rapid expansion in power generation and AI infrastructure