29 Countries Sign Agreement for World AI Cooperation Organization, HQ in Shanghai

On July 16, a signing ceremony for the World AI Cooperation Organization agreement was held in Shanghai. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi signed on behalf of the Chinese government. The organization is an independent intergovernmental body that follows the UN Charter, aiming to promote international AI cooperation and governance, ensuring AI development is beneficial, safe, and fair. Its headquarters will be in Shanghai, China.

Representatives from 29 countries, including Kazakhstan, Laos, Pakistan, Russia, and Indonesia, signed as founding members. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres attended. China proposed the organization on July 26, 2025, to support multilateralism and bridge the digital divide.

Also, the 2026 World AI Conference will be held in Shanghai from July 17 to 20, featuring over 3,000 exhibits from thousands of companies, more than 300 new AI product launches, and over 140 forums.