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US official details AI race with China, supply chain strategy

Jacob Helberg, the US Undersecretary of State for Economic Affairs, discussed the global AI competition between Washington and Beijing in an interview. He highlighted US efforts to reduce reliance on China for rare earth minerals and ensure AI infrastructure safety. Helberg also reaffirmed US commitment to the Philippines regarding the Pax Silica Initiative, a project aimed at diversifying supply chains. AI

IMPACT US policy discussions aim to secure AI supply chains and reduce reliance on China, potentially impacting global AI development and access.

RANK_REASON The cluster consists of interviews with a US official discussing policy and competition, rather than a direct release or significant industry event.

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US official details AI race with China, supply chain strategy

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    Exclusive: The Jacob Helberg interview