The 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai showcased over 1,100 enterprises and 3,000 exhibits, presenting new directions for AI development and global governance.

Chinese President Xi Jinping, speaking at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, called for the creation of a new global order for artificial intelligence. He proposed this order should be based on the open sharing of technologies and knowledge.

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) commenced in Shanghai on Friday, drawing significant crowds and causing traffic congestion near the Expo Centre. The event is taking place amidst high temperatures, with attendees gathering to explore the latest in AI technology.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Dar attended the opening ceremony of the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai after Pakistan joined WAICO, pledging deeper cooperation with China on AI, CPEC, and trade.

Chinese technology companies presented advanced agentic smartphones at the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, highlighting future trends in mobile AI.

Huawei Technologies is set to unveil its next-generation computing cluster and the world's first AI agent phone at the upcoming World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in China, highlighting the country's focus on AI development.