The United States and China are actively vying for influence over Southeast Asian nations in the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence. The US is promoting its "Pax Silica" initiative, aiming to establish a China-free AI supply chain, while China is encouraging regional countries to join its World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (Waico). Both powers are reportedly exerting pressure on Southeast Asian countries to align with their respective AI frameworks, with China offering exclusive privileges to potential founding members of Waico. AI
IMPACT Southeast Asian nations face increasing pressure to align with either US or Chinese AI initiatives, potentially impacting regional technological development and geopolitical stances.
RANK_REASON Geopolitical competition over AI frameworks involving major powers and a significant region. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]
- Association of Southeast Asian Nations
- China
- Pax Silica
- Southeast Asia
- US
- World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation
- Xi Jinping
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