Brussels, Belgium | 22 June 2026 : The Centre for Indo-European Cooperation (CIEC), Brussels, successfully hosted a high-level international dialogue on “Role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Judicial Functioning”, bringing together eminent judges, diplomats, legal scholars, policymakers, researchers, and technology experts from India and Europe to deliberate on the future of justice in the era of Artificial Intelligence. The conference sought to facilitate international discussions on the ethical integration of AI into judicial systems while preserving the fundamental values of constitutional democracy.
The conference was graced by Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Kotiswar Singh, Judge, Supreme Court of India, as the Chief Guest, whose keynote address formed the centrepiece of the event. Addressing the distinguished gathering, Justice Kotiswar Singh observed that although Artificial Intelligence has the potential to transform judicial administration through legal research, translation, case management, transcription, and administrative support, the responsibility of judging must remain exclusively with human judges. He emphasized that constitutional values, judicial independence, empathy, fairness, and human wisdom cannot be replicated by machines. AI, he stated, should function only as an assistive tool and never as a substitute for judicial reasoning or the Rule of Law.
Justice Kotiswar Singh further highlighted India’s evolving judicial AI ecosystem, referring to initiatives such as SUPACE, SUVAS, TERES, and LegRAA, while underscoring the importance of accountability, transparency, explainability, privacy protection, and meaningful human oversight in every stage of AI deployment within courts. His address presented a balanced vision that embraces technological innovation without compromising constitutional governance or public confidence in the justice delivery system.
The conference also featured Prof. (Dr.) Ashutosh Mishra, Registrar, National Law University, Sonipat, whose participation brought an important academic and institutional perspective to the international dialogue. He spoke on – Role of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Judicial Functioning. Prof. Mishra contributed to discussions on the intersection of legal education, technological innovation, and judicial reforms, emphasizing the need to prepare future legal professionals for an AI-enabled justice ecosystem while ensuring that technology remains firmly anchored in constitutional principles and ethical governance.
Among the distinguished participants were Shri Ravi Kaushik, Chief Executive Officer, Centre for Indo-European Cooperation (CIEC), Brussels; Mr. Asim Anwar, IFS; Ms. Anda Bologa, Senior Researcher with the Tech Policy Program at the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA); Dr. Ramanand, Director, Center of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) along with diplomats, legal experts, policymakers, academicians, and technology specialists from India and Europe. Their participation enriched discussions on comparative AI governance, judicial innovation, digital regulation, and international cooperation in the administration of justice.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Ravi Kaushik, CEO of CIEC, reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to strengthening India-Europe collaboration across the fields of law, technology, public policy, and democratic governance. He noted that responsible international cooperation is essential to ensure that advancements in Artificial Intelligence remain aligned with the principles of justice, transparency, accountability, and human dignity.
The Brussels dialogue served as an important platform for exchanging ideas on algorithmic accountability, judicial transparency, access to justice, privacy protection, digital adjudication, and institutional safeguards necessary for the responsible integration of Artificial Intelligence into judicial systems. Participants broadly agreed that while AI can substantially improve efficiency and accessibility within courts, the legitimacy of judicial decision-making will always depend upon independent human judges guided by constitutional values and the Rule of Law.
The conference concluded with a shared commitment to deepen collaboration between judicial institutions, policymakers, universities, research organisations, and technology experts to promote the responsible and ethical use of Artificial Intelligence in justice systems worldwide.