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A US deal with China to tame the danger of an unbridled technology arms race might be just the award needed.

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This analysis explores the potential for a bilateral U.S.-China agreement on AI safety, driven by political incentives to avoid a catastrophic technology arms race. It argues that high-level diplomatic engagement could establish critical guardrails for frontier AI models, reducing the risk of accidental escalation or loss of control. The article highlights how international cooperation between the two AI superpowers is essential for a global governance framework that mitigates existential risks. Its perspective is particularly relevant to Australian foreign policy, which must navigate the security implications of regional AI competition.

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