AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAI & Tech Diplomacy: The US is reportedly preparing letters urging dozens of countries to “pick sides” in the AI race with China, tying participation in a US-led coalition to whether they join Beijing’s AI framework—an approach analysts call a zero-sum gamble that could fracture global cooperation. Open-Weight AI Pressure: Washington is also weighing targeted restrictions on Chinese AI models as low-cost open-weight systems gain traction with US developers. Everyday AI in China: Tencent is rolling out an AI agent (“Xiaowei”) inside WeChat, aiming to move from chat to real actions—useful, but not always smooth. Film & Animation Buzz: Low-budget Chinese animation “Niu Lai” turned online mockery into a surprise box-office lift, while Indian epic “Ramayana” is set for China with possible cuts to fit local rules. Sports & Culture: China topped the IOI 2026 team standings; snooker’s China Open is blending pro sport with local tourism; and robot participation is set to surge for the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. Traditional Arts Abroad: Vienna launched a 2026 Chinese opera series, bringing Peking, Huangmei and other genres to European audiences.
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