As China's annual Two Sessions conclaves spotlight innovation-driven growth, National People's Congress Deputy Wu Hanqi has urged expanded governmental and private-sector support for multidimensional artificial intelligence development in manufacturing. The proposal comes as global competition intensifies in next-generation industrial automation.
\"AI integration isn't just about hardware upgrades – it requires synchronized advancements in talent cultivation, ethical frameworks, and cross-industry collaboration,\" Wu told CGTN in an exclusive interview. The CITIC Heavy Industries chairman emphasized that \"holistic development\" could position China's manufacturing sector as a global innovation leader while addressing labor market transitions.
Officials revealed during the parliamentary meetings that AI-driven factories have already boosted production efficiency by 34% in pilot regions. Analysts suggest Wu's proposal aligns with broader initiatives to upgrade 70% of China's traditional manufacturing bases by 2027 through smart technologies.
The call for multidimensional development specifically highlights:
Enhanced R&D partnerships between manufacturers and academia
Standardized safety protocols for industrial AI systems
Global investors have shown particular interest in the proposal's emphasis on cross-border technology collaboration. \"This approach creates opportunities for international component suppliers and AI solution providers,\" noted Sandra Lim, a Singapore-based industrial analyst.
The initiative's potential environmental applications also drew attention, with proposals to integrate AI systems that optimize energy consumption across production chains. As China's manufacturing sector contributes 28% to national GDP, the NPC's focus on technological transformation signals strategic priorities in maintaining industrial competitiveness.
