On the morning of September 12, Chen Jining, the Secretary of the Shanghai Municipal Party Committee, emphasized during his visit to the Shanghai Chuangzhi Institute that the institute should fully embrace the essence of General Secretary Xi Jinping's significant address delivered during his inspection tour of Shanghai. It should take the lead in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector and contribute to the nation's endeavor to become a global powerhouse in science and technology. Since its inception a year ago, Shanghai Chuangzhi Institute has achieved remarkable progress in nurturing top-tier AI talents. During his visit, Chen Jining personally inspected the institute's accomplishments, inquired about its research agendas, and engaged in fruitful discussions with innovation and entrepreneurship teams. He expressed his commendation for the remarkable growth and achievements of both faculty and students.

At the symposium, Chen Jining underscored the importance of keeping the broader perspective in mind and fulfilling the institute's mission. He urged the institute to cultivate elite talents, serve as a hub for innovation, conduct pioneering research, establish an open innovation ecosystem, expedite the translation of research findings into practical applications, uphold the integrated approach of education, research, and industry, foster a scientific spirit, and create a synergistic effect by bringing together leading talents, cutting-edge technologies, and outstanding enterprises.