Premier Li Qiang has urged global consensus on AI governance, highlighting the need to balance development with security. Speaking at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, Li announced plans for a new organisation to promote international cooperation and open-source AI development. He cautioned against AI becoming an 'exclusive game' dominated by a few nations and companies.
Li's call comes amid increasing US-China competition in AI technology. The US has implemented export restrictions on high-end AI chips to China, prompting Chinese firms to develop alternative solutions. Li criticised monopolistic control and advocated for open access to AI technologies, particularly for developing countries. He stressed the importance of coordination to establish a widely accepted global governance framework for AI.
The proposed global AI cooperation body may be based in China, with Shanghai being considered as a potential headquarters. The initiative aims to foster collaboration, improve innovation capabilities, and enhance AI governance, especially among developing nations.
