The Chinese government announced new ambitious goals for AI integration into the economy and public services on August 29, 2025, while issuing a stern warning against "disorderly competition." According to Bloomberg, authorities intend to accelerate the adoption of AI in key industries but are concerned about the chaotic state of the domestic market. "Disorderly competition" refers to a situation where numerous companies and regional authorities invest resources in creating similar, redundant foundational models and platforms, leading to a waste of investment and talent. This signal from Beijing is seen by analysts as the beginning of a new phase of industrial policy. The state intends to shift from encouraging the mass creation of AI startups to supporting and consolidating a few "national champions." The goal is to optimize resources, focus them on breakthrough areas, and create a few powerful, vertically integrated players capable of competing on the global stage. This implies increased state regulation and coordination in an industry of strategic importance to China.
Beijing Sets AI Integration Goals and Warns Against "Disorderly Competition"
