Cai Chongxin: The ultimate goal of developing AI is not only to research cutting-edge models, but also to promote the popularization of AI applications.

On March 22, the China Development High-level Forum 2026 Annual Meeting was held in Beijing. Jack Ma, Chairman of Alibaba Group, delivered a speech at the "Technology Innovation and Future Industry Development Special Seminar." He emphasized the vast potential of AI in China at the application level. The ultimate goal of developing AI is not just to research cutting-edge models, but to promote the popularization and benefit of AI applications for society. In August 2025, the State Council issued opinions on further implementing the "AI+" action, proposing that by 2030, China will comprehensively empower high-quality development with AI, with the application rate of new generation intelligent terminals and intelligent bodies exceeding 90%, making the intelligent economy an important growth pole for China's economic development, promoting inclusive technology and sharing of achievements.