全球AI治理陷入“叙事竞争”，学者警示人类面临主体性危机

Core Insights - The discussion on AI has transcended technical aspects, touching upon fundamental issues of human existence and dignity, as highlighted by Huang Renxun's warning about the potential erosion of human subjectivity by AI [1] - Zhang Xin's keynote at the Ninth Woodpecker Data Governance Forum emphasized the need for AI governance to address the crisis of human subjectivity, marking a shift from traditional ethical discussions to core existential questions regarding AI's transformative principles [1] Group 1: Global AI Competition and Governance - AI is profoundly reshaping global industries, trade, and power dynamics, becoming a central battleground for major powers, with China breaking traditional Western technological monopolies through intelligent industrial chains [3] - The rapid iteration of AI technology has outpaced global governance efforts, leading to a multi-faceted governance model that includes government, market, and AI enterprises, thus transforming societal operational rules [3][4] - AI safety has emerged as a critical aspect of global governance, as it fundamentally relates to the acceptance, diffusion, and application of technology, with the current competition characterized by four key elements: talent, technology, products, and safety systems [3][4] Group 2: Narrative Competition in AI - The logic behind AI governance is framed as a competition of narratives, with different countries constructing their own narratives around AI, such as the U.S. promoting "democratic and free AI" and the EU emphasizing "human rights and high standards" [4] - Trust is essential for the global expansion of AI technologies, and without it, even the most efficient products cannot drive the international spread of Chinese AI technology [4][5] - The competition in AI technology is no longer superficial but encompasses the entire technology stack, with actual competition depending on a country's broad technological application capabilities and talent foundation [4] Group 3: China's Approach to AI Governance - China advocates for an AI narrative centered on "human-centric, benevolent intelligence, and inclusive technology," which should guide technology development, product implementation, and international cooperation [5][7] - The current global AI governance landscape is characterized by both multilateral cooperation and geopolitical competition, with AI safety governance evolving beyond mere technical aspects to become integral to national governance modernization [6] - China aims to enhance its discourse power in global AI governance through initiatives like the Belt and Road, and by establishing safety standards and international alignment, particularly in technology benchmarks and "new soft law" [7]