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Trump Says Chinese Leader Surprised by US AI Advances
President Trump said during a Fox News interview that the Chinese leader expressed surprise at U.S. progress in artificial intelligence. Trump stated the United States is substantially ahead of China in the AI race. The comments came amid discussions during Trump's visit to China.
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President Trump said the Chinese leader told him he was surprised by American advancements in artificial intelligence. Trump made the remarks in an interview with Fox News “Special Report” host Bret Baier. “We are leading China by a lot in the AI race,” Trump told Baier.
He added that the United States is winning the AI race. “If we’re smart, we’re going to win it. If we’re not smart, we’re not. But we’re leading by a lot,” Trump said. He noted the discussion occurred Thursday night during his visit to China. Trump said the Chinese leader was very surprised at how well the U.S. has done with AI.
He said the Chinese side had thought they took a gigantic lead when the technology started but that the U.S. is now substantially ahead.
The statements were made as part of Trump's visit to China.
During the trip, Trump also addressed potential Taiwan arms sales and said he would decide on the matter soon. Officials in China promised to send a gift for the White House. Trump set a date for a future visit by the Chinese leader to the White House. The two sides described a special relationship between the countries.
