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When Trump and Xi meet they will discuss AI. 'Track Two' talks are already buzzing

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An informal network of dialogues at think tanks and universities is bringing together experts from the U.S. and China to talk about the shared perils of AI — and possible paths forward.

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  • Reported by NPR and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:14:15 UTC.

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  4. Trump signs Russia sanctions bill into law

  5. Trump says he's struck deal for "permanent control over security" in Greenland

  6. Trump says he is banning CNN and Politico from White House

  7. Trump says U.S. to build a 'large Military presence' in Greenland as part of a security deal with it and Denmark

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