China has formulated nearly 200 key standards for AI sector

China has so far formulated nearly 200 key standards for artificial intelligence (AI) to steer the sector toward sound and orderly development, an official with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) said on Wednesday.

Xin Guobin, vice minister of the MIIT, told a press conference that AI has now been largely integrated across the entire chain in China, including research and development, design, production, manufacturing, quality inspection, as well as operations and maintenance.

Multiple cities are being organized to carry out AI ethics review and service practices, Xin told the press conference held by the State Council Information Office.

Liu Yulin, director of the information and communications development department of the MIIT, said at the press conference that during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), efforts to advance core 6G technologies will be accelerated.

Continuous 6G technology trials and standards development will be carried out to promote the maturation of the 6G industry and the construction of its ecosystem, preparing for the commercial deployment of 6G, Liu said.