The naval forces of Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command sent a fleet of newly commissioned vessels to the South China Sea for combat-oriented training.
The warships drilled defensive maneuvers and counter-attacks against enemy assaults.
"In this training, we focused on features of new crews, new equipment and new adaptation between personnel and equipment and emphasized training on plans and contingency protocols, safety measures and emergency responses to push for the swift harmonized teamwork between personnel and equipment," said Jin Shan, an officer of the Southern Theater Command's navel vessel training center.
During the training period, the fleet also drilled navigation and maneuvering, vessel damage control, underway replenishment, three-dimensional transport and weapons firing, strengthening the organizational and command capabilities of commanders at all levels.
New PLA navy vessels conduct training in South China Sea
The artificial intelligence (AI) technology in China has grown to be exceptional at every level, Olivier Chiabodo, the co-founder and CEO of The Explorers, a French company which excels in UHD 8K images, said at the 2026 Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference that ended in Beijing on Sunday.
Serving as the European Vice President of the UHD World Association (UWA), Chiabodo said he has been amazed at the exchanges with his Chinese partners in terms of innovation.
"Whenever I have the opportunity to speak at a forum, or even just listen, or collaborate with Chinese companies, I am always amazed. Everyone is very positive, seeking new solutions, looking to the future. And that is extremely energizing, extremely positive," he said.
Opened on March 25, this year's Zhongguancun Forum Annual Conference was held under the theme "Full Integration Between Technological and Industrial Innovation."
At the forum, Chiabodo shared his insights on technological transformations, the growing role of AI, and the essential role of culture in a world marked by uncertainties.
"I believe AI here in China is exceptional at every level. Personally, I’m more interested in something related to production, and especially themes around culture and nature. But it’s true that Huawei, which is probably the most technologically advanced company in the world, has exceptional AI models. Over the past few days, I’ve had the chance to see some demonstrations and collaborate with them. It’s exceptional," he said.
Chiabodo expressed the hope that his company could serve as a cultural and technological bridge between France and China.
"I believe that in this world where there are many conflicts, the French and Europeans have a major role to play in creating the link between Europe and China. Culture is probably the strongest bond we can use to build connections in general. And I hope that my company The Explorers and myself can be a small link, or at least a thread, that will enable this cooperation, this cultural and technological connection between our two sides," said Chiabodo.
AI in China becomes exceptional at all levels: French entrepreneur
AI in China becomes exceptional at all levels: French entrepreneur
