China Seeks to Advance AI Capabilities while Balancing Innovation and Regulation
- China's lawmakers called for more AI development to catch up with the US, while keeping it under regulatory control
- Delegates suggested pooling computing infrastructure and resources to advance AI capabilities
- Concerns were raised about China lagging behind in generative AI talent and research
- Premier Li introduced an initiative to integrate AI across sectors to drive economic growth
- Lawmakers cautioned against overbearing regulations that could stifle innovation in the AI industry