Xi calls for global AI cooperation as US restrictions squeeze China's tech access

At a Shanghai AI summit, Xi Jinping condemned US technology curbs and argued that AI should be governed as a global public good.

China announced new initiatives, including AI training slots for developing countries, access to a weather AI system, and support for a Shanghai-based international AI body.

The push aims to counter US chip and export controls while expanding China’s influence through AI cooperation, infrastructure, and institutions.