In a recent meeting at the White House on September 24, US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in discussions centered on artificial intelligence (AI) and the potential for future cooperation between the two nations. President Trump described the meeting as “very productive,” indicating that both leaders explored the topic of AI extensively.
During the discussions, Trump shared his preference for the term “Super Intelligence” when referring to advanced AI, a notion that he suggested President Xi was receptive to. Meanwhile, President Xi emphasized the importance of increased collaboration between Washington and Beijing in the realm of AI. He acknowledged that both countries possess significant capabilities in AI technology and advocated for a balanced approach of competition coupled with cooperation and dialogue.
President Xi further highlighted the necessity of addressing the risks and benefits associated with AI. He proposed joint efforts to prevent the misuse and abuse of AI technologies, reinforcing the idea that AI development should remain under human control and serve broader human interests.
This meeting marked the second encounter between Trump and Xi in less than six months. As both the United States and China continue to advance their AI technologies, the conversations underscored the ongoing debate surrounding safeguards and oversight in the field.