China Launches AI Ethics Review Pilot, Aims for Responsible Innovation and Development

Published: May 9, 2026 18:40
On May 9, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology recently issued a notice officially launching the Artificial Intelligence Science and Technology Ethics Review and Service Pilot Plan. Leveraging provinces hosting National Artificial Intelligence Industry Innovation and Application Pilot Zones, the initiative will take the lead in exploring implementation pathways for AI science and technology ethics review and services, improve multi-party participation and collaborative and efficient governance mechanisms, and support responsible AI innovation and high-quality industrial development. Recently, the Shandong-Jiangsu Back-to-Back Interconnection Project was officially approved by the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC).

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