On 10 July 2025, during the WSIS+20 Summit held in Geneva, a delegation from Tsinghua University’s Institute for AI International Governance (I-AIIG) visited the People’s Republic of China’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations Office and other international organisations in Geneva. Ambassador-Chargé d’Affaires Shen Jian and Minister‑Counsellor Zhang Wanning led the Mission’s delegation. The I-AIIG delegation was headed by I-AIIG’s Dean Professor Xue Lan, accompanied by Vice Dean Professor Liang Zheng, Professor Shen Weixing of Tsinghua’s School of Law, and other team members.
During the meeting, the I-AIIG team presented their latest research on global AI governance. This included comparative analyses of regional governance models and updates on technical standard-setting. They also had in-depth discussions on AI ethics and data governance. Ambassador-Chargé d’Affaires Shen commended the delegation’s work, stating: “We highly appreciate Tsinghua University’s contributions to AI governance research. We hope academic think tanks will continue to apply their expertise, participate in international dialogue and cooperation, and contribute Chinese wisdom to global science and technology governance.”
Professor Xue expressed his gratitude on behalf of I-AIIG: “We are deeply grateful to the PRC Permanent Mission in Geneva for their long-standing guidance and support. I-AIIG will continue to deepen research in global AI governance, strengthen collaboration with international organisations, and cultivate high-calibre professionals to support China’s science and technology development strategy.”
While in Geneva, the I-AIIG delegation also participated in several international academic events, exchanging views on AI technological advancements and governance challenges with global experts.
