Ethical use of AI in cultural space to be a key focus area at BRICS culture meetings, Pg12

Key Highlights:

• BRICS culture working group meetings will focus on the ethical use of AI in culture.
• The meetings will begin on Thursday, according to the Union Culture Ministry.
• Varanasi will host the second Culture Working Group Meeting (CWG) after the first was held virtually on April 29–30.
• The culture track includes four official meetings and major public festivals, involving 11 member nations and 10 partner countries.

Detailed Insights:

• The BRICS Culture Track 2026 includes discussions on creative economy, culture climate, sustainable development, and cultural and creative industries.
• Varanasi will host five thematic panel discussions to shape the final outcome document, focusing on topics like copyright, ethical AI, cultural heritage protection, and sustainable development.
• The third BRICS CWG meeting will be held in Bhopal, followed by the BRICS Culture Festival and the BRICS Culture Minister’s meeting.
• A BRICS theatre festival is scheduled to take place in Delhi in October.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Creative Economy: Economic activities related to arts, culture, and heritage.
• Ethical AI: Development and use of artificial intelligence in a morally responsible manner.
• Sustainable Development: Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.