## Xi Jinping Calls for AI Cooperation and Rejects “Cold War Mentality” at SCO Summit
Here’s a summary of the key takeaways from the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China:
- Focus on AI: 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,” signaling a desire for broader cooperation.
- Large Gathering: 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: The meeting comes as China aims to portray itself as a global peacemaker amidst international tensions.
- Economic Investment: China has invested $84 billion in other SCO countries and pledged support for vocational education programs.
- Meetings with Leaders: Xi met with several leaders, including Modi and Putin, with discussions focusing on partnership and cooperation.
- India-China Relations: Both China and India emphasized the importance of a stable relationship based on mutual respect.
- Potential for Influence: Analysts suggest that improved relations between China and India could strengthen Beijing’s influence.
- Ukraine Conflict: China could potentially leverage its relationship with Russia to help broker a deal for the war in Ukraine.
- Joint Statement Expected: A joint statement is expected to be released at the conclusion of the summit.
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