The Global Smart Education Conference 2025 opened in Beijing on August 18 (GMT+8). Held under the theme “Human–AI Collaboration: Reshaping the Educational Ecosystem for the Future,” the conference brought together leading experts and scholars from education, technology, and industry, as well as frontline educators from across China and around the world. Participants gathered to explore innovative pathways for the deep integration of emerging technologies and education, share new practices in human–machine co-teaching and co-learning, and reflect on how to build a safe, efficient, and sustainable ecosystem for smart education. The event welcomed more than 500 distinguished guests globally and over 2,500 on-site participants.

Throughout the conference, leaders from government agencies, international organizations, diplomatic missions, and renowned academic institutions from more than 69 countries and regions convened in Beijing. Anchored in the theme “Human–AI Collaboration: Reshaping the Educational Ecosystem for the Future,” the conference examined the evolution of smart education policies, breakthroughs in cutting-edge technologies, and emerging models of innovative practice. Together, participants worked to chart an ideal blueprint for the future development of smart education.

The conference sought to break down boundaries across disciplines, sectors, and regions. Guided by the core principle of human–AI collaboration, it called upon global stakeholders to join forces, deepen cooperation, and collectively advance smart education as a key pathway to ensuring equitable access to high-quality learning opportunities for all. Through this concerted effort, the conference generated a series of meaningful outcomes, injecting strong momentum into the digital transformation of education worldwide.