
China Prioritizes AI and Consumer Spending to Boost Economy
President Xi Jinping emphasizes accelerating consumption and innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence, as key strategies to address China's economic challenges.
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President Xi Jinping emphasizes accelerating consumption and innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence, as key strategies to address China's economic challenges.

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