

No Peace in Our Time
40 snips Feb 12, 2025
Kori Schake, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and a defense policy expert, dives deep into pressing global issues. She discusses the U.S.-China artificial intelligence arms race and how ethical constraints shape their technological advancements. The conversation shifts to the complexities of the Middle East, analyzing a controversial Gaza proposal and Ukraine’s ongoing struggles. Schake also examines strategies for deterring nuclear threats from Iran and evaluates Israel’s military tactics against Hamas, considering their implications for regional stability.
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AI's Dual Nature
- AI is a national security issue because it allows for data aggregation and pattern identification.
- This can be exploited by adversaries unbound by ethical considerations.
AI Ethics Dilemma
- Free societies will debate AI ethics, limiting their progress.
- Adversaries will have fewer restrictions, gaining a military advantage.
Assessing the China Threat
- China's perceived threat is complex, with varying expert opinions.
- Some experts believe China is stalling, others cite internal struggles.