The opening ceremony of the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2021 is to take place in east China's Shanghai on Thursday. Government leaders, eminent scientists and famous entrepreneurs will convene under the theme of "Intelligent Connectivity, Inspirational Cities," and participate in a variety of activities such as dialogues and speeches. The opening ceremony aims to reflect the trend of global development of AI technology, industry and application. A leading concept and system of people-oriented digital transformation of cities, a global interpretation of the exploration and practice of AI-empowered economy, life and governance, and a forward-looking discussion of the new ethics and rule of law of human society will also be delivered in the event.