At the invitation of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of the People’s Republic of China, Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, on 24 May 2026, delivered the Opening Remarks at the Inauguration Ceremony of the ASEAN-China Artificial Intelligence Industry Innovation Centre in Beijing, China.
He underscored the event’s importance, marking a significant milestone in advancing ASEAN–China cooperation in the digital era, reflecting a shared commitment of ASEAN and China to fostering a forward-looking partnership that leverages innovation, strengthens digital infrastructure, and unlocks the transformative potential of artificial intelligence across key sectors.









