Back to feed
Economic Times Tech
Economic Times Tech
7/17/2026
Xi Jinping promotes open-source AI and Chinese leadership in global AI governance at tech conference

Xi Jinping promotes open-source AI and Chinese leadership in global AI governance at tech conference

Original: Xi pitches China as leader of new global AI order, challenging US dominance

Short summary

Chinese President Xi Jinping used a major tech conference to position China as a leader in global AI governance, promoting open-source AI and pledging support for developing nations. The pitch frames Beijing as an alternative to US influence in AI development and standards-setting. The conference also covered AI safety and the importance of human oversight over AI systems.

  • Xi Jinping promoted open-source AI and China's role in global AI governance
  • China positions itself as alternative to US AI dominance, supporting developing nations
  • Conference also addressed AI safety and human control over systems

Generated with AI, which can make mistakes.

Is this a good recommendation for you?

Comments

Failed to load comments. Please try again.

Explore more