On July 26, Premier Li Qiang attended the opening ceremony of the 2025 World AI Conference in Shanghai, where he delivered a significant speech. Recalling President Xi Jinping's visit to Shanghai in April of this year, Li Qiang highlighted the President's emphasis on the explosive growth of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Xi stressed the need for enhanced policy support and talent development to foster safe and reliable AI products. Amidst the current global surge in intelligence, innovations in AI continue to flourish, particularly in large language models, multimodal large models, and embodied intelligence. These rapid advancements are propelling AI towards greater efficiency and intelligence.

Furthermore, the integration of AI with the real economy is deepening, with widespread applications across various industries. AI has emerged as a new driving force for economic growth, permeating all facets of social life. However, the risks and challenges posed by AI have garnered considerable attention, making it imperative to strike a balance between development and security.

Li Qiang emphasized that regardless of technological advancements, AI must serve humanity and evolve in a benevolent and inclusive manner. He underscored the importance of transforming AI into an international public good that benefits all mankind.