## Xi Jinping Calls for AI Cooperation and Rejects “Cold War Mentality” at SCO Summit
Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways from the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China:
- Focus on AI and Cooperation: Chinese President Xi Jinping urged SCO members to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence.
- Rejection of “Cold War Mentality”: Xi criticized what he called a “Cold War mentality” and called for peaceful coexistence.
- Large-Scale Summit: The summit was the largest to date, with over 20 foreign leaders in attendance, including Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi.
- China’s Role as Peacemaker: China is positioning itself as a global peacemaker amidst ongoing global tensions, including the war in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas conflict.
- Economic Initiatives: China announced investments in other SCO countries, support for vocational education, and plans for cooperation platforms in areas like new energy and the digital economy.
- SCO Development Bank: Leaders agreed to launch an SCO Development Bank, further expanding China’s influence in global finance.
- Improved Relations with India: The summit saw positive interactions between China and India, with both sides emphasizing partnership. Analysts suggest this could strengthen China’s influence.
- Global Governance Initiative: Xi proposed a “Global Governance Initiative,” following similar programs announced in recent years.
- Tianjin Declaration: SCO leaders signed a “Tianjin Declaration” and approved a development plan for the organization through 2035, focusing on security, the economy, and “humanity.”
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