Chinese President Xi Jinping said artificial intelligence should not be controlled or dominated by a single country, calling for greater international cooperation to ensure the technology benefits all nations and supports shared global development.
Xi made the remarks as governments around the world continue to compete for leadership in artificial intelligence, a technology that is rapidly transforming industries, economies and national security. He said countries should work together to promote open cooperation while ensuring that advances in artificial intelligence are accessible to a wider range of nations.
The Chinese leader stressed that artificial intelligence should be developed in a way that is fair, inclusive and beneficial to humanity. He said international cooperation is necessary to address common challenges such as safety, governance and ethical standards as the technology becomes more powerful.
Xi also called for stronger global rules to guide the development and use of artificial intelligence. He said countries should work through dialogue to establish common standards that encourage innovation while reducing the risks associated with rapidly advancing technologies.
China has invested heavily in artificial intelligence as part of its broader strategy to strengthen technological innovation and economic growth. The country is seeking to become a global leader in advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors and digital infrastructure.
The comments come at a time of growing competition between China and the United States over advanced technology. The two countries have imposed restrictions and policies affecting access to high end computer chips and other technologies considered important for artificial intelligence development and national security.
Many governments are also debating how to regulate artificial intelligence while encouraging innovation. Policymakers are seeking ways to protect privacy, prevent misuse and reduce the spread of false information generated by increasingly sophisticated computer systems.
Technology experts say international cooperation could help create common safety standards and reduce the risk of fragmented regulations that differ from one country to another. At the same time, they note that geopolitical competition may make it difficult for major powers to reach broad agreement on global governance.
Business leaders have also called for clearer international rules as companies expand the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare, finance, manufacturing, education and other sectors. They argue that predictable regulations can encourage investment while protecting consumers and supporting responsible innovation.
Xi’s remarks highlight the growing international debate over who will shape the future of artificial intelligence and how its benefits should be shared. As countries continue investing heavily in the technology, discussions about cooperation, competition and global governance are expected to remain central to international policy and economic development.
