Xi Proposes BRICS Open-Source AI Zone at Summit

At the 2026 BRICS summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed creating an open-source artificial intelligence zone for the BRICS group. He also outlined a broader vision for AI and smart manufacturing cooperation among member nations. Xi framed the initiative as part of a push for "Greater BRICS" economic ties to give the bloc a larger global role. The proposal comes as China and the United States compete for influence in AI development.