(In fact, Chinese companies have been giving away money and luxury cars to entice people to download their apps.) Chinese President Xi Jinping has said that China’s AI industry should “prioritise practical application”. Officials say that AI could help solve China’s thorniest problems, such as inequa­lities in health care or an ageing workforce. In August, the government laid out a plan called AI+ for AI to penetrate more than 70% of Chinese society by 2027 and 90% by 2030. The government has also ordered AI companies to impose a wide range of guardrails, from blocking sensitive content to preventing users from becoming dependent on their AI companions.

Source: The Star April 09, 2026 05:58 UTC