At Shanghai’s World AI Conference, Chinese President Xi Jinping called for “equitable” global access to artificial intelligence and pushed for deeper international coordination on standards and safeguards, warning of risks including potential “loss of control.” With U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres and regional leaders in attendance, Xi framed AI as a shared strategic technology that demands governance balancing innovation with security. The remarks highlight Beijing’s bid to shape global rulemaking even as it races the United States for leadership in advanced computing. The message—greater cross-border collaboration paired with state-led oversight—signals continuity in China’s approach to AI development and risk management.
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