Recently, Microsoft announced a major investment plan for India, which has attracted global attention in the technology industry. According to reports, Microsoft will invest $17.5 billion in India over the next four years, with a focus on building artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, as well as strengthening local talent development.

According to reports, Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella met with Indian Prime Minister Modi on the 9th to discuss the development path and key directions of artificial intelligence in India. After the meeting, Nadella promised on social media that this investment would be Microsoft's "largest investment in Asia". He stated that the funds will be used to help India solidify the foundation of artificial intelligence development, covering multiple aspects such as infrastructure, skill enhancement, and independent innovation capabilities. Modi subsequently responded on social media, welcoming investment and encouraging Indian youth to actively utilize artificial intelligence technology and engage in innovative practices.

The Associated Press reported that Microsoft has been operating in India for over 30 years, with a local workforce of over 20000 people. In recent years, to meet the growing demand for advanced computing power, Microsoft has continued to expand its cloud services and data center capacity in India. It is reported that the company plans to build a new data center in India before 2026, further achieving its goal of large-scale operations.

This huge investment not only highlights India's strategic position in the global digital economy development, but also marks an important step for Microsoft to deepen its Asian layout and focus on the field of artificial intelligence. With the continuous injection of funds and technology, India's local AI ecosystem and cloud infrastructure construction are expected to usher in a new round of accelerated development. Editor/Xu Shengpeng