China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected a recent demand from a leading AI company executive for the U.S. to restrict China’s advancements in artificial intelligence, framing the proposal as interference in its technological development. The response underscores growing tensions between Washington and Beijing over AI competition and regulatory approaches. With both nations accelerating investments in cutting-edge technologies, the exchange highlights broader concerns about geopolitical rivalry in the sector. The statement signals China’s defiance of external pressure to slow its AI progress.


China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday hit back at a call from the head of Anthropic for the U.S. to curb China's artificial intelligence capabilities.