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UNCAPTIONED: Washington and Beijing Set for High-Level AI Dialogue in September
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21 July 2026
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regulatory
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◆ Geography
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Fusion42 · 21 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US and China are scheduled to hold their first formal AI dialogue under Trump's administration in September, led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, focusing on risks from advanced AI systems including military use and cybersecurity rather than broader geopolitical disputes.
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◆ The Wire takeaway
If you're selling AI infrastructure or models into either market, the regulatory framework you build for is about to be negotiated between two governments that don't trust each other. Expect the rules Beijing and Washington agree on in September to become the template for every major economy within a year.
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◆ Topics
AI Frontier Models · us-china-relations · ai-regulation · export-controls · chip-technology · national-security