A US congressional advisory panel warned that Washington must develop a national data strategy to prevent China from gaining an insurmountable edge in AI and robotics through its advanced commercialisation of data.
An influential 1999 book co-authored by PLA strategist Qiao Liang argued that China should develop asymmetric advantages rather than matching the US weapon for weapon, emphasizing finance, cyberspace, and psychological operations.
India, Australia, and Canada have signed the Australia–Canada–India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership MOU to boost collaboration in critical and emerging technologies. The agreement focuses on green energy, resilient supply chains, and critical minerals, supporting net-zero goals and AI adoption. Additionally, India and Australia finalized arrangements for Australian uranium exports to India for peaceful nuclear purposes.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia may result in a uranium supply agreement, strengthening India's nuclear power fuel sources. Discussions will also cover critical minerals, cybersecurity, and clean energy, building on existing trade pacts and growing bilateral trade.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New Delhi for a three-day visit to attend the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit. The visit aims to strengthen the Special Strategic and Global Partnership, focusing on economic security, supply chains, technology, defense, and investment.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stated that terrorists are increasingly using new technologies like AI, digital platforms, and unmanned weapons for recruitment and financing, while also noting technology's potential for counterterrorism efforts.
A veteran US diplomat, Richard Haass, urged the US and China to hold regular high-level meetings and deepen cooperation on emerging technologies like AI. He emphasized the need for transparency to prevent a downturn in relations and suggested institutionalizing diplomatic interactions.
President Donald Trump claims America is profiting from trade with China despite tensions over rare earth minerals, tariffs and emerging technologies like AI
