Trump administration’s AI crackdown opens door for China to close gap

CSET Georgetown · 2 weeks ago

Trump administration AI policies restricting semiconductor exports to China create an opportunity for China to narrow its artificial intelligence capabilities gap with the United States. Experts including CSET's Sam Bresnick argue that relaxing restrictions on advanced AI chip exports would undermine long-term U.S. technological advantage. China is actively pursuing AI development through military applications, universities, and private companies to close the competitive divide.