Beijing, 13 July 2026 – Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the opening of the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai and deliver a keynote address, placing China’s top leader at the centre of its most prominent annual showcase for artificial intelligence.

The conference and accompanying High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance will run from 17 to 20 July. Xi’s planned appearance marks his debut at the event, which has developed into an important platform for China’s technology companies, policymakers and international partners since its launch in 2018. China’s Foreign Ministry confirmed Xi’s attendance.

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Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.
Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.