Diplomats and policy analysts say the upcoming meeting between former President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to include a high‑level discussion on artificial intelligence (AI) cooperation and competition. Sources familiar with the planning process disclosed that both leaders have expressed interest in establishing joint research initiatives and setting standards for AI safety. In parallel, a series of unofficial “Track Two” dialogues—featuring former officials, think‑tank scholars, and industry leaders from the United States and China—have been convening over the past month to outline possible frameworks for AI governance. Participants in these back‑channel talks argue that such informal channels can help reduce misunderstandings and lay groundwork for formal agreements, even as official negotiations remain opaque.
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