In a recent meeting at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed the potential for increased cooperation between the United States and China in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). Trump described the meeting on September 24 as “very productive,” highlighting that the discussions centered around AI and his preference for the term “Super Intelligence” to describe advanced AI technologies.
President Xi advocated for greater collaboration between the two nations, emphasizing the importance of maintaining dialogue and cooperation alongside competition in the rapidly advancing field. He underscored that both countries possess significant capabilities in AI development and suggested that joint efforts could be beneficial.
During the discussions, Xi highlighted the need for conversations about the risks and benefits associated with AI. He proposed that both countries work together to prevent the misuse and abuse of AI technologies, stressing that AI should remain under human control and be developed to serve broader human interests.
This encounter marked the second meeting between Trump and Xi within a six-month span, reflecting ongoing engagement between the U.S. and China on technological advancements and the oversight required for emerging AI technologies. The discussions come amid both countries’ continuous development of advanced AI systems, necessitating debates on proper safeguards and governance.
