U.S., China to Hold First Bilateral AI Safety Talks in Mid-September

The United States and China are preparing for bilateral discussions on artificial intelligence safety risks, with the dialogue expected to take place in mid-September. The planned talks come as rapid advances in frontier AI systems raise growing international concerns about safety, security and the potential risks associated with increasingly capable artificial intelligence technologies.

The discussions would mark the first official bilateral talks between Washington and Beijing focused exclusively on artificial intelligence since U.S. President Donald Trump began his second term. Two sources familiar with the planning said preparations were under way, while cautioning that the final agenda and list of participants had not yet been settled.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to lead the American side in the discussions, according to the sources. The planned involvement of a senior U.S. official reflects the broader significance being attached to AI cooperation and risk management between the two countries, which are also major competitors in the development and deployment of advanced artificial intelligence.

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The proposed dialogue comes amid a rapid expansion in the capabilities of frontier AI systems. Governments and technology companies around the world are increasingly examining issues including AI safety, potential misuse, security risks and the challenges of managing highly capable systems. The U.S.-China discussions could provide an avenue for the two countries to exchange views on some of these emerging concerns.

However, the precise scope of the meeting remains uncertain. The sources said the agenda and participants were still being worked out, meaning the issues ultimately discussed could change as preparations continue. No further details about the planned venue or the Chinese delegation were provided in the available information.

The talks could represent an important step in direct communication between the two countries on AI-related risks at a time when both Washington and Beijing are investing heavily in the technology. While the dialogue is focused on safety, it takes place against a broader backdrop of strategic competition over advanced technology. Further details are expected to emerge as the mid-September meeting approaches.

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