## China’s SCO Summit: AI, Peace, and a New World Order?
China’s President Xi Jinping hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, emphasizing cooperation and rejecting “Cold War mentality.” Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways:
- AI Cooperation: Xi urged SCO members to strengthen collaboration in artificial intelligence.
- Global Peacemaker: China aims to position itself as a global peacemaker amidst international tensions, including the war in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas conflict.
- Economic Initiatives: China pledged significant investments in SCO countries and support for vocational education programs. New cooperation platforms will be established for new energy, green industry, digital economy, tech innovation, higher education, and vocational education.
- Meeting with Putin and Modi: Xi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the importance of cooperation.
- China-India Relations: The summit could strengthen Beijing’s influence, particularly through improved relations with India, which could benefit from access to critical intellectual property.
- SCO Development Bank: Leaders agreed to launch an SCO Development Bank, adding to China’s influence in multilateral finance.
- Global Governance Initiative: Xi proposed a “Global Governance Initiative,” echoing previous global initiatives.
- Rejection of Cold War Mentality: Xi criticized “Cold War mentality, hegemonism, and protectionism,” advocating for peaceful coexistence and a rejection of unilateralism.
- 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.”
For more details, you can read the original article on [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/02/china-urges-sco-to-strengthen-ai-cooperation-rejecting-cold-war.html).