At the recent World Economic Forum in Davos, Chinese Premier Li Qiang Underlines the urgent need to establish ethical boundaries in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI). His remarks highlight international concerns about the responsible development and use of AI technologies.
In his opening speech, Li Qiang highlighted the importance of “good governance” to guide the evolution of AI, ensuring that it contributes positively to humanity. He stressed the importance of a collective commitment to ethical standards, calling for global cooperation to prevent the misuse of AI to benefit narrow group interests. The Prime Minister called for inclusiveness in the development of AI, highlighting its potential to benefit human progress and not just the privileged few.
Li Qiang’s speech in Davos was not limited to the ethics of AI. He also addressed broader topics such as technological innovation, green development and global economic cooperation. The Prime Minister highlighted the role of international collaboration in science and technology, calling for a more open and non-discriminatory environment for technological development. He said this would help ensure that scientific and technological advances benefit humanity as a whole, rather than becoming tools to restrict the development of other countries.
Regarding green development and climate change, Li Qiang called for stronger international cooperation. He pointed out that although there is much talk about green development, there are still obstacles that hinder the free flow of efficient green technologies and products. The Prime Minister urged countries to synergize their strategies and remove these obstacles to facilitate the transition to a greener economy and society.
The speech also discussed the importance of bridging the development gap between the North and the South. Li Qiang highlighted the challenges facing developing countries, emphasizing the need to implement the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. He called for global cooperation in areas such as poverty reduction, food security and industrialization to ensure mutual benefits and inclusiveness.
Premier Li’s remarks at the Forum reflect China’s commitment to working with international partners to establish frameworks for the responsible development of AI, prioritizing the interests of developing countries and reducing the technological gap between nations. He highlighted China’s role in promoting global cooperation in the AI sector and reiterated the country’s commitment to upholding ethical standards in AI development.
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