SHANGHAI: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar is set to embark on a two-day visit to Shanghai, China, beginning tomorrow. The visit is at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and will include participation in key events related to artificial intelligence.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Deputy Prime Minister will attend the signing ceremony for the establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) and sign the agreement on behalf of Pakistan as a founding member. Additionally, he will take part in the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) and a high-level meeting on Global AI Governance.

On the sidelines of the conference, Ishaq Dar will engage in a bilateral meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and other counterparts to discuss matters of mutual interest. During these engagements, the Deputy Prime Minister will present Pakistan’s perspective on international cooperation in AI, emphasizing the priorities and development needs of the Global South.

The Deputy Prime Minister aims to highlight the importance of bridging the global AI divide, promoting equitable access to AI technologies, and enhancing capacity-building. He will stress the need to ensure that the benefits of AI contribute to sustainable development and shared prosperity for all.