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Middle Powers Including UAE Navigate US-China AI Landscape Through Collaborative Initiatives

Technology leaders and diplomats gathered to evaluate how middle powers like the UAE navigate US-China artificial intelligence developments. Discussions focused on pooled computing resources, cross-border AI safety protocols, and collaboration between China's Greater Bay Area and Gulf hubs. Regional Gulf technology funds are also continuing to pursue commercial ties with Chinese AI hardware and model firms.

Published Source: South China Morning Post
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Technology leaders and former diplomats convened to examine how middle powers, including the United Arab Emirates, are positioning themselves amid artificial intelligence developments between China and the United States. Participants explored strategies to prevent technological bifurcation, including pooled computing resources and collaborative cross-border AI safety protocols.

Former Chinese ambassador to the United States Cui Tiankai highlighted that AI governance across Asia and the Middle East should emphasize shared progress and multilateral oversight.

Experts at the forum identified China's Greater Bay Area as a vital testing ground for cross-border research and industrial collaboration with Gulf technology hubs. The forum also noted that regional technology funds in the Gulf continue to explore targeted commercial synergies with Chinese AI hardware and model developers.

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