Dhaka, Aug. 18 -- China is drawing on its nationwide capabilities to develop a locally tailored yet nationally coordinated artificial intelligence industry, aiming to accelerate the commercial application of AI and create new economic momentum.

The latest economic data from 31 provincial-level regions shows rapidly growing demand for AI terminal applications, alongside a tiered development pattern based on the strengths and resources of individual regions.

"The driving role of the AI wave is becoming increasingly pronounced in emerging industries such as integrated circuits and industrial robots across regions," said Xiao Hongwei, a researcher at the State Information Center under the National Development and Reform Commission, China's ...