During the World AI Conference in Shanghai, President Xi Jinping outlined China's role as a partner in artificial intelligence for developing countries, announcing plans to offer 5,000 training opportunities in AI. He emphasized the need for collaborative efforts in AI development, stating that it should not be dominated by any single nation but rather be a collective endeavor.
This aligns with the recent establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) by 29 countries, which aims to foster international cooperation in AI. Xi also highlighted the importance of ensuring AI remains secure and under human control, cautioning against prioritizing national security at the expense of global collaboration.
This comes amid ongoing tensions with the U.S., which has imposed export controls on advanced technology to limit China's access to high-end AI capabilities. Companies like Nvidia have reported significant challenges in competing within the Chinese market due to these restrictions.
Additionally, Huawei showcased its Atlas 950 SuperPoD supernode at the conference, aimed at enhancing computing power for data centers, indicating China's ongoing advancements in AI technology despite external pressures