China’s AI Plus initiative emphasises that artificial intelligence should support human development and improve quality of life, rather than simply replace human labour.

The plan calls for the wider use of AI to create smarter and more efficient ways of working, allowing workers to collaborate more closely with machines and intelligent AI agents across different industries and professions.

Education is also identified as a major area for AI integration. Authorities aim to incorporate AI into learning and teaching systems to improve education quality, while shifting the focus of education from simple knowledge transfer towards strengthening human capability and skills development.

Healthcare is another key priority under the initiative, with policymakers supporting the wider application of AI in medical services and the development of intelligent medical devices aimed at improving healthcare outcomes, quality of life and workforce adaptability for the future.