Rimon Partner Sarah Zhao Examines China’s New AI Rules on IAPP

Rimon Partner Sarah Zhao recently examined China’s latest artificial intelligence regulatory developments in an article published by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).

The article explores three new regulatory developments introduced in July 2026 that address AI ethics, AI agents, and anthropomorphic AI. These measures reflect China’s continued evolution from broad AI policy principles toward more detailed, operational, and risk-based requirements for emerging AI technologies.

Zhao states “Together, they emphasize a simple principle: AI should assist people, not harm, deceive or exploit them.”

The article examines each of these developments and their practical implications. It reviews new AI ethics guidelines that establish a baseline for responsible AI development, anthropomorphic AI rules designed to strengthen user protections, and an emerging framework for autonomous AI agents that emphasizes oversight and traceability.

Zhao concludes that the message is clear for organizations operating in China, AI governance and compliance programs should be reviewed and updated regularly to keep pace with China’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Read more on IAPP (subscription required).