China to introduce comprehensive AI legislation for the next five-year plan

China's State Council Information Office held a press conference today on advancing law-based governance. Deputy Minister of Justice Wu Zeng highlighted legislative achievements during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, including 60 legal proposals submitted to the National People's Congress and 165 administrative regulations revised. In emerging fields like AI and low-altitude economy, China will accelerate comprehensive AI legislation in 2026 to support the 15th Five-Year Plan. The government will also draft rules for a unified national market and amend laws on customs and foreign labor cooperation to boost openness.