On September 7th, 2026, it was reported that Assistant Foreign Minister Liu Bin delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of the Fourth AI Capacity-Building Seminar held at Peking University on the same day. He underscored that capacity-building efforts should not be a one-sided imposition. Rather, they should focus on empowering developing countries to acquire foundational capabilities for independent development, fostering the practical application of AI to address real-world challenges, and creating sustainable value. Capacity building is a systematic undertaking that necessitates a pragmatic and localized approach, exploring development paths that are tailored to each country's unique circumstances. At the same time, capacity building transcends mere developmental concerns; it also requires enhancing governance capabilities across nations to ensure the healthy and orderly advancement of AI technologies.
