Xi Jinping calls for global cooperation and human-centered development during the 2026 World AI Conference in Shanghai.
Xi Jinping delivered a keynote address at the 2026 World AI Conference in Shanghai, advocating for a just and equitable global system for artificial intelligence governance. Xi Jinping emphasized that AI development should be "for the positive, for good and for humanity," urging the international community to ensure the technology remains secure, controllable, and inclusive. During the summit, Xi Jinping highlighted China's commitment to providing international public goods, including the launch of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO). He announced that China will provide 5,000 AI training opportunities for developing countries over the next five years and establish international cooperation centers with several global blocs. The address also served as a strategic counterpoint to the United States. While the administration recently accused China of exploiting American election data, Xi Jinping urged nations to avoid "overstretching the national security concept" by placing one country's security above others. He positioned AI as a "global public good," seeking to foster a symphony of international cooperation rather than a solo performance by a single nation.