U.S. can hold AI talks with China because ‘we are in the lead,’ Bessent tells CNBC as nations plan safety protocol

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke with CNBC’s Joe Kernen from the sidelines of the U.S.-Chinese presidents’ meeting in Beijing.
Bessent said the two countries would establish a protocol for AI safety, adding they were having a “wholesome” dialogue because the U.S. is “in the lead” in the race to develop the technology.
The Treasury Secretary also said he expected President Donald Trump to say more on Taiwan soon.

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