Bessent reportedly to lead Washington delegation in first bilateral AI discussions with Beijing since Trump’s return.
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The United States and China are preparing to hold bilateral talks on artificial intelligence safety in mid-September, according to reports, as both countries seek to address risks surrounding rapidly advancing AI technologies.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is reportedly expected to lead the American side in the discussions, which would mark the first dedicated bilateral AI talks between Washington and Beijing since President Donald Trump returned to office.
The planned discussions come against the backdrop of growing competition between the two countries over artificial intelligence, including technology controls, access to advanced computing and the development of increasingly capable AI systems.
AI safety is expected to be a key focus of the talks, with both sides facing pressure to establish safeguards around emerging technologies while balancing national security and economic interests.
The meeting could provide a rare channel for cooperation between Washington and Beijing as tensions over technology and trade continue to shape broader US-China relations.
