China Issues AI Ethics and Safety Guidelines

At the 2026 China Internet Civilization Conference, the National Cybersecurity Standardization Technical Committee released the 'AI Ethics and Safety Guidelines 1.0'. The document aims to guide AI applications to be human-centered and beneficial, promoting healthy development in an orderly and secure manner. It outlines ethical safety requirements for AI development, service provision, and use, emphasizing respect for human autonomy, fairness, and rights protection. Drafting institutions include Tsinghua University, Alibaba, and Huawei, reflecting China's collaborative governance approach.