Global AI Governance Initiative
Summary
On October 18, 2023, President Xi Jinping introduced the Global AI Governance Initiative in his keynote speech at the Opening Ceremony of the Third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation. The Initiative systematically outlines China’s proposals on AI governance, and urges international cooperation, around three major issues: development, security and governance. Core components of the Initiative include: Uphold a people-centered approach to developing AI and adhere to the principle of developing AI for the good of humanity, so that AI is developed in a way that is beneficial to human progress. Uphold the principles of mutual respect, equality, and mutual benefit in AI development, and oppose drawing ideological lines or forming exclusive groups to obstruct other countries from developing AI. Promote the establishment of a testing and assessment system based on AI risk levels, so as to make AI technologies more secure, reliable, controllable and equitable. Support efforts to develop AI governance frameworks, norms, and standards based on broad consensus and with full respect for policies and practices among countries, and support discussions within the United Nations framework to establish an international institution to govern AI. Oppose using AI for the purposes of manipulating public opinion, spreading disinformation, interfering with other countries’ internal affairs and disrupting social systems and social order. Respect other countries’ sovereignty and laws when providing AI products and services. Conduct international cooperation with and provide assistance to developing countries, to bridge the gap in AI and governance capacity.
