# Chinese premier addresses opening of WorldSkills Conference 2026

https://mins.news/en/item/70938

- China News Service, 2026-09-23 15:03 UTC
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- Original: http://www.ecns.cn/china/2026-09-23/detail-ihfknxzs2487774.shtml

> Chinese Premier Li Qiang urged closer international exchanges and cooperation on skills development while addressing the opening ceremony of the WorldSkills Conference 2026 in Shanghai. He said China would promote industry-education integration, AI education and broader skills cooperation. The event was attended by about 1,900 representatives.

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