On Thursday, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced that the Chinese premier Li Qiang will attend and address the opening ceremony of the 2025 World AI Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance in Shanghai on July 26. This move underscores China's ambition to host a global conversation on the future of AI and its governance.
Set against Shanghai's skyline, the conference is expected to draw leaders from government, industry and academia. Participants will dig into questions around AI ethics, cross-border data flows and the role of startups in driving innovation.
- Global AI Governance: Charting rules that balance innovation with social responsibility
- Emerging Tech Showcases: Startups and research teams demonstrate next-gen AI applications
- Sustainability Focus: AI solutions aimed at climate action and resource management
By bringing these voices together, the Chinese premier's address could set the tone for more coordinated policies across regions and industries. With AI at the center of economic and social transformation, young professionals, entrepreneurs and changemakers will be watching closely as Shanghai hosts this landmark gathering.
As the Chinese premier steps onto the stage, all eyes will be on Shanghai—where the direction of global AI governance may take a new turn.
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