Safety/press release/2026-09-20

US and China Discuss AI Safety Notifications and Incident Alert System

US and Chinese officials have engaged in discussions regarding AI safety. During these talks, the United States proposed the establishment of an AI incident alert system. The US Treasury chief was identified as a key participant in these discussions with a Chinese vice premier. While some reports linked these discussions to a future summit involving former President Trump and President Xi, other outlets specified current official-level talks. The primary focus of the discussions was on developing notifications for AI safety.

What every outlet reports

  • US and China discussing AI safety
  • Discussions involve notifications or an alert system
  • The topic is AI safety

Where they differ

The discussions are between 'Trump and Xi' or 'ahead of a Trump-Xi summit'.

The Canberra Times, michaelwest.com.au, france24.com, Inbox.eu

The discussions are between current US Treasury chief (Bessent) and a Chinese vice premier.

The Washington Post, CNA

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