China rejects threat narratives over AI governance

Technology

BBC

China criticised what it called 'threat narratives' about AI governance and warned against confrontation and malicious competition, saying such rhetoric would disrupt global AI governance. The comments followed public calls from US AI figures for development slowdowns and safety measures, while US political leaders prioritise maintaining a lead over China. Chinese officials including foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun and state security minister Chen Yixin urged cooperation, legal and ethical safeguards, and risk prevention. Experts say formal US-Chinese agreement on slowing development is unlikely, complicating efforts to align safety goals while both countries pursue strategic AI advantages.

China urged cooperation and warned that threat narratives disrupt AI governance.