Safe and Ethical AI (SEA) Platform Network · Linking Artificial Intelligence Principles (LAIP)

Carry out talent exchange and capacity building.

Advocate for strengthening the exchange and cooperation of artificial intelligence talents through joint research, visiting scholars, and other means. Encourage China Africa cooperation to strengthen the construction of artificial intelligence capabilities, carry out online courses and professional training, and help countries enhance their artificial intelligence technology and governance capabilities.

Principle: 2024 China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum President's Statement on China Africa Artificial Intelligence Cooperation, March 3, 2024

Published by China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum

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Strengthen policy dialogue and communication.

Promote the establishment of China Africa AI policy dialogue and cooperation mechanism, make full use of international cooperation platforms such as the China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum, exchange and dialogue on AI policies, technologies, industries, applications, governance, etc., and share best practices. China and Africa should strengthen coordination and cooperation under multilateral frameworks such as the United Nations, enhance the representation and voice of developing countries in the global development and governance of artificial intelligence, support the United Nations in playing the main channel role, and establish an international governance institution for artificial intelligence.

Published by China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum in 2024 China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum President's Statement on China Africa Artificial Intelligence Cooperation, March 3, 2024

Promote technology research and application.

Encourage cooperation between Chinese and African enterprises, universities, and research institutions in the research and development of artificial intelligence technology, especially in fields such as big data analysis, machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. Strengthen cooperation in the transfer of artificial intelligence technology, encourage the joint development of industry standards and norms, and promote the legal and compliant transfer and use of technology.

Published by China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum in 2024 China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum President's Statement on China Africa Artificial Intelligence Cooperation, March 3, 2024

Build a strong network and data security barrier.

Support the Global Data Security Initiative, deepen cooperation between China and Africa in the fields of network and data security, jointly promote the research and application of network security technology and products, and create auditable, supervised, traceable, and trustworthy artificial intelligence technology. Jointly prevent the abuse of artificial intelligence technology and network attacks, and ensure personal privacy and data security in the development and application of artificial intelligence. China is willing to work with all African countries to seize opportunities, meet challenges, strengthen cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence, and jointly build a closer China Africa community of shared future in cyberspace, promoting common development and prosperity between China and Africa.

Published by China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum in 2024 China Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum President's Statement on China Africa Artificial Intelligence Cooperation, March 3, 2024

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These efforts complement and strengthen the framework for responsible state behavior using information and communication technologies, which is developed in a gradual and cumulative manner and agreed upon at the United Nations level. China and France unanimously agree to assist countries, especially developing countries, in strengthening their cyber capabilities to address various cyber threats, including those related to the development of artificial intelligence.

Published by China Government in Joint Statement between the People's Republic of China and the French Republic on Artificial Intelligence and Global Governance, May 7, 2024

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China and France emphasize that artificial intelligence must serve the public interest, and the development and use of artificial intelligence by all countries must comply with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. Both sides emphasize strengthening international cooperation to bridge the digital divide and enhance the artificial intelligence capabilities of developing countries. Both sides recognize that in order to achieve sustainable development goals, it is necessary to actively develop artificial intelligence. These uses should include sustainable development, climate and biodiversity conservation, agricultural production, education, and public health.

Published by China Government in Joint Statement between the People's Republic of China and the French Republic on Artificial Intelligence and Global Governance, May 7, 2024