Chinese startup Zhipu AI is ramping up its international expansion, bolstered by a strategic partnership with Alibaba Cloud $BABA . This move was highlighted by the company’s executives during a nationwide technology conference, showcasing its commitment to providing governments worldwide with the tools to launch local sovereign AI agents. As the company prepares for its initial public offering (IPO), Zhipu AI’s growing global presence underscores its ambition to become a leader in the artificial intelligence sector.