China expressed strong opposition on Tuesday to the United States’ newly announced export regulations on chips used for artificial intelligence (AI), labeling the move as an “obstacle strategy” aimed at hindering technological progress in China and other developing countries.
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Guo Jiakun, emphasized that AI is a shared global resource and should not be monopolized by wealthy nations or individuals. He argued that the new U.S. regulations create a technological divide, favoring countries aligned with Washington and limiting the development opportunities for other nations, particularly those in the developing world.
Guo stated that these actions undermine global interests in the responsible advancement of AI and have raised concerns about the potential for a new “technology Cold War.” He also highlighted China’s ongoing efforts in global AI governance, including the Global Initiative for AI Governance and the proposal to establish the Group of Friends of International Cooperation in AI Capacity Building.
In his remarks, Guo reiterated that China advocates for an open and inclusive approach to AI development, stressing that its benefits should be accessible to all nations. He criticized the U.S. for politicizing economic and technological issues under the guise of national security, arguing that such actions destabilize global supply chains and harm international trade.
Guo concluded by stating that China would take necessary measures to protect the rights and interests of its enterprises in response to the U.S. export restrictions.
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