The 7th China–ASEAN Forum on Development and Governance in Wuhan, People’s Republic of China, under the theme “Digital Governance Cooperation in the Era of AI”

Technical official from the National Institute of Science, Technology and Innovation (NISTI) under the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovation (MISTI) represented Cambodia at the 7th China–ASEAN Forum on Development and Governance.

From 5–7 June 2026, the ASEAN Research Center of Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST) organized the 7th China–ASEAN Forum on Development and Governance in Wuhan, People’s Republic of China, under the theme “Digital Governance Cooperation in the Era of AI”. The forum aimed to strengthen academic collaboration, policy dialogue, and knowledge exchange between China and ASEAN countries in areas such as digital governance, computing power infrastructure, policy coordination, and artificial intelligence. The event brought together representatives from ASEAN member countries including Cambodia, Laos, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand to explore emerging opportunities, insights, and the latest developments in advanced digital and AI technologies.

Key Highlights of the Program:

- Discussions on the role of artificial intelligence in reshaping economic development models and improving social well-being

- Exchange of experiences and policy perspectives on digital governance and regional coordination in the AI era

- Sharing of research and practical insights on computing infrastructure and AI-driven innovation

The active participation of Cambodian official in this regional forum reflects the Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology & Innovations' strong commitment to keeping pace with the rapid development of AI technologies. It also highlights Cambodia’s readiness to advance digital transformation across the industrial and technological sectors.