Will Trump and Xi Try to Slow the A.I. Arms Race?
NYT > World News·May 13, 2026


Leaders of the US and China, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, are anticipated to discuss the risks associated with artificial intelligence. The conversation is expected to focus on the potential dangers of an A.I. arms race between the two nations. However, neither country is willing to take the first step in slowing down their A.I. development, creating a stalemate. This reluctance may hinder efforts to mitigate the risks posed by A.I. advancements.
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