Scoop: U.S. open to discuss AI "shared risks" with China, Bessent says
Summary
The U.S. is open to talking with China about shared risks from artificial intelligence (AI) in upcoming meetings. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will lead discussions on AI safety and trade issues ahead of a summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.Key Facts
- The U.S. plans multi-hour talks with China in New York, covering AI, trade, and rare earth materials.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are the main U.S. officials in these talks.
- The U.S. remains a leader in AI and wants to avoid splitting AI systems between the two countries.
- Discussions will include both open and closed AI models (types of AI systems).
- Bessent has been involved in shaping the U.S. AI agenda and working with private companies and infrastructure groups.
- The talks come just before a summit between President Trump and President Xi Jinping on September 24.
- Chinese officials say AI development should stay open and inclusive, while pushing back against slowing down progress.
- AI company leaders want the U.S. and China to work together on safety standards for AI.
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