AI was a hot topic among the business and political elite at China’s annual legislative gathering, as the country seeks to leverage generative AI to drive economic growth while maintaining regulatory control.
China s top political advisory body held its closing meeting on Sunday morning. At this year s two sessions, political advisors engaged in effective and pragmatic discussions on a range of topics, both long-standing and newly emerging ones, including strategies for advancing the development of AI and enhancing employment opportunities.
Thousands of Chinese political elite and lawmakers will attend meetings of the top political advisory body and legislature. The premier’s work report, foreign minister’s press conference and president’s speech are among the events to watch.
China has expelled a leading rocket scientist from its top political advisory body, the latest sign of a widening purge in the Chinese military’s missile force and aerospace contractors.
China expels Wang Xiaojun, prominent rocket scientist, from CPPCC Standing Committee for corruption. Wang led development of Long March 7 rockets and China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology. Expulsion follows probe into corruption allegations against People s Liberation Army Rocket Force officials. Last month, nine senior generals, including Rocket Force officials, were dismissed from NPC. Anti-corruption drive led to downfall of several senior commanders in Rocket Force. Over a million officials punished in Xi s anti-corruption campaign.