US MUST TALK CHINA ON AI SAFETY NOW

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WED, MAY 13, 2026

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Sebastian Mallaby of the Council on Foreign Relations argues that Washington cannot ignore AI safety discussions with China as Chinese capabilities narrow the technological gap.

Chinese AI development is accelerating, closing the gap with US advances faster than previously anticipated. According to Mallaby, the window for productive dialogue on AI safety between the two countries is narrowing. The concern centers on the risks of unilateral AI development without international safety standards. As both nations race ahead on capabilities, the absence of coordinated safety measures increases systemic risks. Mallaby's argument emphasizes that competition need not preclude cooperation on safety protocols. Establishing baseline safety practices now could prevent a race-to-the-bottom dynamic where safety becomes secondary to capability advancement. The stakes extend beyond bilateral relations. Unmanaged AI development by either superpower affects global security and stability. Engaging China on safety frameworks before technological gaps become insurmountable offers a practical alternative to adversarial positioning alone.

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