China will host the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance in Shanghai in July.

"China looks forward to taking the conference as an opportunity to further strengthen international cooperation on AI with all parties," said Zhou Haibing, deputy head of the National Development and Reform Commission, said at a press conference on Wednesday.

Zhou said AI governance bears on the future of humanity and is a common issue facing all countries, Xinhua News Agency reported.

He also said China will fulfil its responsibilities as a major country, manage risks, strengthen prevention, explore cooperation on AI regulation, and work with other parties to guard against AI safety risks.


Edited by Edmond Fong