China’s Xi prioritises ‘AI-plus’ and consumer spending to counter economic risks

South China Morning Post

by Frank Chen

February 16, 2026

China’s Xi prioritises ‘AI-plus’ and consumer spending to counter economic risks

Previously unreleased comments by Xi urge income growth and tech breakthroughs, potentially setting stage for measures ahead of March’s parliamentary meetings.

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Originally published on South China Morning Post on 2/16/2026