## 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: The meeting comes as China seeks to position itself as a global peacemaker amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.
- Economic Initiatives: China announced investments in other SCO countries, support for vocational education, and plans for cooperation platforms in new energy, green industry, and the digital economy.
- Meeting with Putin: Xi is expected to meet with Putin, who will be in China for a military parade commemorating the end of World War II.
- Improved China-India Relations: Meetings between Xi and Modi highlighted the importance of partnership and mutual respect. Analysts suggest improved relations could strengthen China’s influence.
- Global Governance Initiative: Xi proposed a “Global Governance Initiative,” following similar programs announced in recent years.
- SCO’s Future: 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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