On October 18, 2025, Concordia AI CEO Brian Tse joined Nathan Labenz on The Cognitive Revolution podcast to discuss China’s approach to AI development, safety, and governance.
The conversation covers China’s pragmatic vision emphasizing AI integration into the economy, the country’s multiple AI hubs, regulations requiring pre-deployment testing and AI content labelling, and areas where China’s approach overlaps with the U.S.. The conversation covers chips and export controls, Huawei’s rise, DeepSeek’s peer-reviewed article on Nature, open-weights, Singapore’s role as a bridge, and pathways for cooperation like shared red lines, risk management frameworks, and emergency preparedness protocols. They also touch on embodied AI and humanoid robots, public optimism, and real labor anxieties.
Many thanks to Nathan for hosting such a thoughtful conversation. We hope it contributes to bridging international understanding on AI safety and governance in China.
Access the full podcast here.