On the morning of July 17, the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance formally opened in Shanghai. Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the opening ceremony and delivered a keynote speech. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet, leaders from other countries and representatives of international organisations attended by invitation. At the opening ceremony, Hun Manet delivered a keynote address sharing Cambodia’s approach to AI development and taking an active part in global exchanges and cooperation on artificial intelligence.
As a leading event with considerable influence in the global AI field, the World Artificial Intelligence Conference has, since its launch in 2018, become a key platform connecting governments, businesses, research institutions, experts and scholars worldwide to exchange views on AI development. This year’s conference focuses on technological innovation, industrial application and industry trends, with a range of exchange and exhibition programmes.
During the conference, participants from across the global industry will hold in-depth discussions on technological breakthroughs, innovative applications and industrial development, focusing on key issues including AI governance, ethical standards and safe applications. They will explore ways to integrate AI more deeply with economic and social development and jointly respond to new challenges facing the industry. According to the report, this year’s conference is expected to attract more than 350,000 participants and over 1,100 exhibiting companies, continuing to support coordinated, high-quality development of the global AI industry.
