Premier Li Calls for Global AI Cooperation at WAIC

Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized the urgent need for in-depth discussions, consensus building, and collaborative efforts among countries to seize opportunities and overcome challenges in the development of artificial intelligence (AI) while addressing the opening ceremony of the 2024 World AI Conference (WAIC) and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance in Shanghai[1].

Li noted that in recent years, new AI technologies have been continuously breaking through, new business models have been emerging, and new applications have been rapidly expanding, all of which have become an important driving force behind a new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation[1]. However, he also acknowledged that AI faces a series of new challenges in areas such as law, security, employment, and moral ethics[1].

China has actively embraced the intelligent revolution, vigorously promoted the innovation and development of AI, attached great importance to the security and governance of AI, and implemented a series of practical measures[1]. The 2024 WAIC, which has been held annually for six times, focuses on the theme "Governing AI for Good and for All," with aims to establish international cooperation and exchange platforms featuring openness, inclusiveness, and equal participation, advance global AI governance, and develop an open, fair, and effective governance mechanism[1].

Premier Li's remarks further demonstrated China's role as a great power and its significant achievements in AI development[1]. China's firm determination of opening-up will provide more efficient plans to global AI governance and inject more growth momentum into the sound, safe, and orderly development of AI[1]. China has launched the Global AI Governance Initiative and proposed a resolution at the 78th UN General Assembly to enhance international cooperation on AI capacity building, which was unanimously adopted[1].

Li put forward three suggestions to deepen innovation cooperation and unleash the dividend of intelligence, promote inclusive development and bridge the digital divide, and strengthen collaborative governance and ensure the benevolence of intelligence[1]. Wang Peng, an associate research fellow at the Beijing Academy of Social Sciences, noted that Premier Li's statement reflects a deep understanding and vision of the global development of AI[1]. As a country with significant influence in the field of AI, China has demonstrated a strong sense of international responsibility and commitment in promoting the sound development of the AI industry[1].

Seizo Onoe, director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau at the International Telecommunication Union, emphasized that international cooperation is key to ensuring that AI benefits all regions and sectors equally[1]. This year's WAIC continues to expand with the exhibition scale, number of exhibitors, and new products reaching the highest in history[1]. More than 500 companies, including Tesla and Microsoft, have participated in the exhibition, with the number of exhibits exceeding 1,500[1].

Chinese leading AI companies and innovation centers showcased their latest achievements in "AI+" innovation and application[1]. Qinglong, the world's first full-size general-purpose humanoid robot independently researched and developed by China, made its debut at the WAIC[1]. Chinese tech companies like SenseTime, iFlytek, and Kingsoft Office debuted their large language models or applications[1]. Wang noted that China has a lot of excellent AI companies and research institutions that have made important breakthroughs in areas such as deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision[1]. These technological achievements have not only provided strong support for China's development but also made important contributions to the advancement of global AI technology[1].

Tesla showcased its cybertruck and a model of humanoid robot Optimus Gen2 at the WAIC, drawing a large audience[1]. Aslan Tarik, chief technology officer of Beijing Tangta Technology Co, said China is a pioneer in the use of new technologies, more open and progressive, which also accelerates further development[1]. He believes that as a pioneer, China can take the lead, show how to use AI to help people, make it available to everyone, and serve as an example for other countries[1].

In conclusion, Premier Li's call for global AI cooperation at the WAIC highlights China's commitment to promoting the sound development of the AI industry and its willingness to work with all countries to address the challenges and embrace the opportunities brought about by AI[1]. The conference showcased China's technological achievements and its role as a pioneer in the use of new technologies, setting an example for the world[1].

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