In light of the rapid development of artificial intelligence and its growing significance for economies, societies and global governance, the Center for China and Globalization (CCG) is seeking to strengthen its research, policy dialogue and international exchanges in this field. To this end, CCG has invited Dr. Kai-Fu Lee, Founder and CEO of 01.AI and Chairman of Sinovation Ventures, to serve as Senior Vice Chair of its Advisory Council.
Dr. Lee is an internationally recognized AI expert, technology entrepreneur and author. He previously held senior leadership positions at Google, Microsoft and Apple, and founded Microsoft Research China (later renamed Microsoft Research Asia). His books include AI Superpowers, AI 2041, and AI NATIVE: The Mandate to Transform Your Company (2026). Dr. Lee will bring his extensive experience in AI research, technological innovation and international engagement is expected to to CCG’s research, dialogue, and international cooperation initiatives.
Kai-Fu Lee: Turning China’s Industrial Experience into a New Source of Global Productivity Through AI
At the 2026 China Outbound Investment Forum, hosted by the Center for China and Globalization (CCG), Dr. Kai-Fu Lee, Founder and CEO of 01.AI and Chairman of Sinovation Ventures, delivered a keynote titled “Globalization in the AI Era: From Exporting Products to Co-Creating Capabilities.” He explored how Chinese companies can build new global advantages…