Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed the government and Sberbank to enhance collaboration with China in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to strengthen Russia's standing in this sector.
Call for Cooperation with China
Three weeks after announcing collaboration with BRICS countries to develop AI, Putin emphasized to the government and Sberbank the importance of partnering with China in technological research and AI development.
Overcoming Sanction Barriers
Western sanctions limit Russia's access to needed technologies, significantly hindering its AI ambitions. Sberbank CEO Herman Gref admitted in 2023 the challenges of replacing graphics processing units essential for AI development.
Russia's Global AI Position
Ranked 31st out of 83 countries in the Global AI Index by UK-based Tortoise Media, Russia seeks to boost its competitiveness by partnering with non-Western nations.
The Russian Federation aims to strengthen its market position in the AI field by developing joint technologies with China and other partners, despite sanction constraints.
