China amends defence mobilisation law to integrate AI, drones

China's top legislature passed the first amendment in 16 years to its national defence mobilisation law, adding provisions to promote the application of advanced technologies such as AI and unmanned systems. This signals an intent to rapidly convert civilian emerging infrastructure into military capabilities, reflecting a strategic shift toward technology-driven mobilisation. The move is part of a broader pattern of integrating civilian and military sectors, but the specific operational implications remain unclear.