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China Unveils Global AI Action Plan—And It’s a Direct Contrast to the U.S. Approach
3 min read China just unveiled a global AI plan focused on collaboration, open-source development, and support for developing nations—offering a sharp contrast to the U.S. strategy centered on dominance and deregulation. A new AI power play is underway. July 28, 2025 18:15
China Unveils Global AI Action Plan—And It’s a Direct Contrast to the U.S. Approach
At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference, China rolled out a sweeping AI action plan that pushes for international collaboration, open-source development, and inclusive growth—just days after the U.S. released its own strategy focused on dominance and deregulation.
What’s in China’s AI Action Plan?
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Global cooperation at the core: The plan calls for joint R&D projects, open data sharing, cross-border infrastructure, and AI literacy programs—especially targeted at developing nations.
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A new global body? Chinese Premier Li Qiang proposed the creation of an international AI cooperation organization, warning against AI becoming an “exclusive game” dominated by a handful of countries and corporations.
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Balanced development: China’s blueprint emphasizes security alongside innovation, advocating for global risk governance in partnership with the United Nations.
The contrast with the U.S.
Last week, the U.S. released its own AI Action Plan, emphasizing deregulation, private-sector growth, and positioning America in a “race for global dominance.” The tone? Competitive. The goals? Strategic advantage.
Why it matters
China is framing itself as the collaborative alternative to the West’s “winner-takes-all” AI agenda. By pitching a more inclusive, open-source strategy—especially toward emerging economies—Beijing may be positioning itself as the AI leader of the Global South, offering a path forward for nations sidelined by the U.S.-led approach.
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