On July 16, during a routine press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian emphasized that the evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is intrinsically linked to the welfare of the entire human race. China firmly opposes any attempts to create ideological rifts or impose technological barriers. Instead, China is committed to striking a harmonious balance between development and security, openly sharing its insights and experiences with all stakeholders, and elevating the global standard of AI innovation. Lin Jian further highlighted that the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, coupled with the High-Level Conference on Global Governance of Artificial Intelligence, is set to commence tomorrow in Shanghai. China intends to seize this occasion to foster frank and open dialogues, forge a unified consensus among all participants, guarantee that the advantages of the intelligent age are accessible to developing nations, and propel technological progress as a catalyst for the growth and prosperity of human society.