The U.S. warns China not to give Russia military or economic aid.
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Russia: Putin Orders Government, National Bank to Cooperate with China on AI
Above: Russian Pres. Vladimir Putin speaks during a press conference after the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council Meeting, Dec. 26, 2024. Image copyright: Contributor/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-Russia narrative
Russia and China’s strategic collaboration in artificial intelligence reflects a pragmatic counterbalance to the West’s dominance. By pooling their resources, the two nations aim to secure technological parity while bolstering geopolitical ties. Western efforts to criticize or intervene will only deepen this partnership, as mutual interests drive innovation across sectors.
Anti-Russia narrative
Russia-China collaboration on AI has the potential to destabilize the world. It would reinforce oppressive regimes, counter Western influence, and fuel global instability. Moscow’s reliance on Beijing underscores the risks of authoritarian alignment in shaping the technology — efforts to counter this partnership are key to safeguarding the world order and upholding democratic values.