Trump administration destabilized by AI surge ahead of Xi Jinping's visit
- Posted on September 19, 2026
- By Le Monde
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Recent incidents have exposed critical vulnerabilities in US-China relations during a sensitive geopolitical period. An artificial intelligence malfunction nearly triggered an international maritime conflict when military systems misidentified a Chinese vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. Simultaneously, the Trump administration grapples with economic concerns as rapid AI market expansion threatens financial stability. These developments coincide with upcoming diplomatic negotiations, raising questions about technological risks in modern governance and international security protocols.
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