AI Law - International Review of Artificial Intelligence Law
G. Giappichelli Editore

13/05/2024 - U.S.-China AI Safety Talks in Geneva

argument: Eventi/Events - International Law


According to an article from Spectrum News NY1, senior U.S. administration officials have announced that the U.S. and China are scheduled to engage in discussions about the risks and safety of artificial intelligence in Geneva. This meeting, described as unprecedented, is a response to concerns over China's application of AI, which American officials fear could threaten U.S. security. The talks are intended not to produce immediate outcomes but to facilitate an exchange of views on the technical risks associated with AI technologies. This initiative follows a summit between President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in California, emphasizing the need for intense diplomacy to avoid misinterpretation and unintentional conflicts. Furthermore, the U.S. plans to address its concerns about China's rapid deployment of AI in both civilian and military sectors, which could potentially undermine the security of the U.S. and its allies. The discussions were planned following meetings between U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and consultations with global allies.