The Capacity Building on AI-Driven Digital Trade, one of the capacity-building initiatives under the 2026 World Internet Conference (WIC) Digital Silk Road Development Forum, will be held in Xi'an, Shaanxi province.

Bringing together senior experts from international organizations, government authorities and the digital trade sector, the program will convene government officials, business executives and industry professionals from developing countries around the world. Centered on three key dimensions — global governance, government regulation and industry practice — the program will explore major issues in AI-driven digital trade, including inclusiveness, regulatory compliance and practical application.

Designed as a multilateral platform with a global perspective, the program will facilitate dialogue, knowledge sharing and practical learning, helping participants strengthen their capabilities and competitiveness in AI-driven digital trade in the AI era.