Xi Jinping to Begin Major US Visit as Trade, AI and Global Security Take Centre Stage

Artificial Intelligence Moves Higher on the Agenda

Artificial intelligence is emerging as another important area in the relationship between Washington and Beijing.

Both countries are investing heavily in advanced computing, semiconductor manufacturing and AI development.

Competition over access to high-end chips and other technologies has become an increasingly significant part of the wider economic relationship.

Reuters reports that artificial intelligence is expected to be among the issues discussed during the summit, alongside trade and other geopolitical questions.

The issue extends beyond commercial competition.

Policymakers internationally are also discussing AI safety, governance and the risks associated with increasingly powerful artificial-intelligence systems.

With major US technology executives expected to be represented at events surrounding the visit, the technology relationship between the two countries is likely to receive considerable attention.

...[ Continue to next page ] By: Kriti Vaid