Chinese Premier Li Qiang is set to deliver a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 2024 World AI Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance on July 4 in Shanghai, according to an announcement by Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Tuesday.
The conference, now in its seventh year, carries the theme “Governing AI for Good and for All.” It aims to establish international platforms for cooperation and exchange that are open, inclusive, and encourage equal participation. The event seeks to advance global artificial intelligence governance and develop open, fair, and effective mechanisms to manage AI technologies.
“China advocates the principles of wide participation and consensus-based decision-making in global AI governance,” Mao Ning stated. “We promote broad international consensus based on full respect for the differences in policies and practices of all countries.”
The Shanghai conference will gather government officials and representatives from international organizations, industries, universities, and research institutes. The diverse attendance reflects a global commitment to collaborative discussions on the future of AI.
“We look forward to the full exchange of insights in Shanghai in the spirit of extensive consultation and joint contribution for shared benefit,” Mao added. “This will help build consensus and promote the healthy, safe, and orderly development of AI.”
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