China’s Xi Jinping launches new AI alliance: What is it? - Al Jazeera

Chinese President Xi Jinping launched the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO) on Friday, a coalition of 29 nations. Xi urged countries to cooperate on AI development and stated that no single nation should dominate the technology.

The formation of WAICO follows Xi's earlier call for 'openness' in AI at WAIC, where he specifically advocated for open-source AI development. The organisation aims to facilitate international collaboration on AI research, standards, and governance.

The launch signals China's intent to shape global AI norms and frameworks, potentially creating a competing bloc in the international AI policy landscape.