The Aporia · Bessent says U.S. open to discussing shared AI risks with China: report

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the United States is willing to discuss shared risks related to AI with China during upcoming talks scheduled for September 16-17, 2026, according to a report by Axios. The discussions will focus on both open and closed weight models of AI technology, aimed at preventing system bifurcation between the two countries while acknowledging U.S. leadership in the field.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on September 15, 2026, that the United States is open to discussing shared risks related to AI with China ahead of a meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping scheduled for the following week. According to Axios reporting on September 16, 2026, Bessent noted the U.S.'s leading position in AI and its willingness to address common threats and avoid system bifurcation during talks with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng over the weekend of September 17-18, 2026. The discussions are expected to cover both open and closed weight models, reflecting a collaborative approach despite competitive dynamics between the two nations in AI development.

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“The articles describe different events: one discusses warnings and calls for restrictions on AI development, while the other reports on upcoming talks between U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent and Chinese officials to discuss shared AI risks.”

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“The articles describe different events: one is Trump's comments about AI needing a strong president, while the other reports on U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent's statement regarding upcoming AI talks with China.”

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“The articles describe different events: one is about China's spy chief warning of AI risks, and the other is about U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent expressing openness to discussing shared AI risks with China.”

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