The Asia Chessboard

Is AI a Game Changer in U.S.-China Competition?

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Apr 29, 2025
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INSIGHT

AI's Pervasive Role in U.S.-China Competition

  • AI impacts nearly every aspect of U.S.-China competition including military, intelligence, economy, and scientific innovation.
  • Mastery of AI technology is fundamental for future economic growth and military capabilities in the competition.
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Consequences of Losing AI Edge

  • Losing AI advantage looks different across fields: weaker intelligence, slower economic growth, and stronger authoritarian surveillance in China.
  • AI use by China could deepen societal control, raising serious human rights concerns.
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Defining Victory in AI Competition

  • Winning AI competition means maintaining American military and intelligence superiority and scientific leadership.
  • Not all AI competition is zero-sum; there could be shared benefits in areas like healthcare and science.
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