Is global AI cooperation a dream, or a looming geopolitical battleground?
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged international collaboration on artificial intelligence during the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. He explicitly rejected what he termed a "Cold War mentality" in technology, signaling a desire for shared progress.
Xi's remarks come amidst rising tensions surrounding AI development and control. According to CNBC, the SCO summit saw discussions on balancing technological advancement with security concerns, particularly regarding potential misuse.
The call for cooperation follows Xi's broader vision for a new global order, as outlined at a security forum, and occurs as China attempts to leverage uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump's potential return to power to rally support against a U.S.-led world order, as reported by The Washington Post.
The summit also included meetings between Xi, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Russian President Vladimir Putin, highlighting the complex dynamics within the SCO. Future discussions will likely focus on establishing concrete frameworks for AI governance and addressing concerns about technological dominance.
