AI Policy & Regulation
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U.S. and China engage in discussions on AI regulations despite differing public stances
Sep 24, 2026
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CEOs from leading U.S. AI companies urged global cooperation on AI safety at the UN Security Council, citing security threats. Meanwhile, U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping have begun private talks on AI, indicating a potential shift in diplomatic relations despite Trump's public rejection of global AI control measures.
- CEOs of major U.S. AI firms addressed the UN Security Council, highlighting AI as a global security threat and calling for shared regulations among nations.
- President Trump, ahead of a summit with Xi, stated he prefers to maintain the current stance on AI, while Xi emphasized the need for responsible AI development under human control.
- The U.S. and China have initiated discussions on AI, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent proposing a notification mechanism for national security-related AI incidents.
- Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei suggested starting with small agreements on AI safety, such as banning AI for biological weapons, and establishing verification systems.
- China is forming its own coalition for safe AI, having launched the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization with 29 countries, aiming to counter U.S. dominance in AI technology.
- Different views within the U.S. tech industry emerged, with some leaders advocating for industry coordination on AI safety, while others, like Meta's Mark Zuckerberg, argue against it, citing commercial incentives to ensure safety.
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