China Policy from CSIS

VocaCast: Any Topic, Explained · Oct 12, 2026 · 4m

CSIS researchers say this year's Trump-Xi summit produced almost no concrete progress on technology, espionage, or trade. The standoff between Washington and Beijing has moved beyond rhetoric into competing technological systems. The two countries are taking opposite positions on AI governance, export controls, and digital sovereignty — and neither side is budging.

Briefing as of October 12, 2026. Later developments are not covered.

Sources:

[1] Trump-Xi 2026 Summits — CSIS

[2] Xi-Trump summit: what next? — thenews.pk

[3] US-China race is on for the Gulf's AI future — Asia Times

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