China´s AI Ecosystem

Purpose and goal:

The aim of this project has been to map out and increase the understanding of China´s development in AI and what implications this has for decision-makers and the private sector in Sweden. The goal has been to create an understanding of China´s national AI policy, leading actors in the Chinese AI ecosystem, challenges and opportunities for China going forward, and a brief overview of implications for Swedish AI actors. This aim has been fulfilled through a detailed written report on China’s AI ecosystem.

Expected results and effects:

The primary expected impact of the project has been an improved understanding of developments in AI in China. The expected result has been a detailed mapping of China´s AI ecosystem. The result and the expected effects have been fulfilled through a detailed written report and an upcoming seminar in collaboration with leading actors in the Swedish AI ecosystem.

Approach and implementation:

The project started on April 1, 2022. Information has been gathered from written sources and in-depth interviews with people who work in or have knowledge of AI in China. Talks have also been held with representatives of the Swedish AI ecosystem.

The draft of a written report was completed at the end of October 2022 and has since then been read and commented on by select parties. A seminar in collaboration with representatives from the Swedish AI ecosystem is planned to take place on November 30, 2022.