China has been consistently bolstering fundamental research in artificial intelligence (AI), seamlessly integrating cutting-edge technologies into various application scenarios, thereby cultivating a comprehensive AI industry ecosystem. As of April 9, 2025, China stands at the forefront globally with the highest number of AI patent applications. Additionally, the country has nurtured over 400 national-level, specialized, innovative, sophisticated, and unique "little giant" enterprises, comprising one-tenth of the global AI industry's scale.
