AI rivalry to feature prominently in upcoming US-China presidential talks

Artificial intelligence supremacy and technological competitiveness are set to dominate discussions between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington.

Washington and Beijing remain at odds over access to advanced semiconductors, intellectual property concerns, and regulatory frameworks for the AI industry.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng ahead of the summit to address these bilateral technology disputes.