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China's AI strategy targets state control and economic integration

9/24/2026

China is pursuing a distinct path in the global AI race, prioritizing state control and widespread domestic adoption over the rapid development of superior intelligence that drives U.S.

While both nations agree that AI power dictates global standards and future economic and military dominance, their methods diverge sharply.

Chinese officials are focused on integrating AI into every level of the economy, a goal outlined in the 15th Five-Year Plan released in March.

The plan mentions AI 52 times, five times more than the previous five-year plan, and dedicates a full chapter to computing power. The stated objective is to integrate AI across 90% of the economy by 2030.

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