What is China’s AI Strategy in 2026? A Comprehensive Analysis of Models, Chips, and State Policy
China’s daily AI token usage surpassed 140 trillion in March 2026 — a 1,000-fold increase in two years. Chinese models now account for four of the top five most-used globally. This is a comprehensive analysis of the models, chips, state strategy, cost advantages, and deployment patterns driving China’s AI machine — and what it means for Asia, the West, and global markets.
