France, Feb. 19 -- Speaking at the opening of a global AI summit, Macron rejected criticism often voiced in the United States that Europe focuses too much on regulation. He said stability and trust are key to long-term success.

"Contrary to what some poorly informed friends say, Europe is not blindly centred on regulation," he said. He described Europe as a place where innovation and investment can thrive.

Macron also said Europe wants to help shape the "rules of the game" for AI with partners such as India. He cited shared commitments to science, the rule of law and effective multilateralism.

His comments come as Washington has criticised European Union rules on major tech platforms as overly restrictive and even a form of "extraterri...