SHANGHAI, July 26, 2025
At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, China’s Premier Li Qiang proposed creating a global AI cooperation organisation to support fair, safe and inclusive development of artificial intelligence around the world.
The announcement came as part of China’s push to become a leading voice in AI development and governance.
- China wants to create a new global organisation focused on AI cooperation.
- The goal is to help different countries work together on AI safety, rules and shared benefits.
- The proposed organisation may be based in Shanghai, giving China a central role in global AI talks.
Premier Li said AI is developing very fast, but countries around the world have different rules and systems.
He warned that this could lead to problems if AI becomes something controlled only by a few powerful countries or big companies.
The new group would try to create fair rules for all, helping developing countries and making sure AI is used for good. China also released a Global AI Governance Action Plan.
- It invites governments, companies and universities to work together using open-source AI and cross-border research.
- The plan supports the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on closing the digital gap between rich and poor countries.
The WAIC conference hosted over 800 companies from around the world, including tech giants like Huawei, Alibaba, Tesla and Google.
Over 3,000 new AI innovations were showcased, featuring large language models and smart robotsThis proposal is part of China’s larger goal to become a global leader in AI policy and standards. It also reflects China’s efforts to offer an alternative to Western-led tech alliances and expand its influence through multilateral cooperation.
