Trump signals US will resist global AI safety push at UN
US President Donald Trump this week told the United Nations his administration will oppose global efforts on AI security, even as world leaders increasingly call for coordinated action.
US President Donald Trump made clear at the United Nations this week that his administration intends to oppose international efforts aimed at strengthening artificial intelligence safety. The statement comes as calls grow among world leaders for coordinated action on AI-related risks.
Trump voiced his position amid ongoing discussions at the UN, where AI regulation has emerged as a central topic. His remarks signal that Washington is not prepared to join broader multilateral mechanisms designed to oversee and secure AI technologies on a global scale.
Diverging approaches on display
The president's comments highlight a widening gap between countries over how artificial intelligence should be governed. While a number of world leaders are pushing for closer international cooperation and shared safety standards, the US position points to a markedly different, less regulation-focused approach.
Calls for action on AI safety at the UN have been building, as governments look for ways to respond collectively to the rapid advance of artificial intelligence and the risks it may pose. Trump's stance suggests that international consensus on the issue remains out of reach for now.
The episode reflects a broader geopolitical divide over how major powers approach technology regulation. It remains unclear how this disagreement will shape future UN discussions or any potential international agreements on AI safety.
