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July 21, 2026
U.S. and China to Hold Crucial AI Talks Before September 24 Visit
- The talks are a significant outcome of the May summit between President Trump and President Xi Jinping.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will lead the U.S. delegation, focusing on AI model standards and intellectual property concerns.
- Exact dates for the talks remain unfinalized, with preparations still in early stages.
2 Sources
- U.S., China to hold AI talks in September, Reuters sources sayJul 21, 2026 at 10:44 AM · CNBC
- US and China reportedly set to hold high-stakes AI talks in SeptemberJul 21, 2026 at 7:40 PM · Independent