Over 100 countries participated in this week\u2019s AI Action Summit in Paris, where 61 nations\u2014including the Chinese mainland\u2014signed a landmark statement advocating for artificial intelligence (AI) systems that are \u201copen, inclusive, transparent, ethical, safe, secure, and trustworthy.\u201d The U.S. and UK, however, notably declined to endorse the declaration, sparking debate about the future of global AI governance.
The Paris Summit Statement emphasizes equitable access to AI technologies and safeguards against misuse. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun reaffirmed China\u2019s commitment to \u201cindependent enterprise-driven advancements\u201d and criticized \u201cideological divisions\u201d in tech development. \u201cWe oppose politicizing trade and technology under the pretext of national security,\u201d he stated during a February 12 press briefing.
Analysts suggest the U.S. and UK\u2019s reluctance may stem from concerns over regulatory overreach or preserving competitive edges in AI innovation. The move highlights growing geopolitical tensions in tech leadership, with developing nations urging stronger collaboration to bridge the AI divide.
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