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China raises 'serious concerns' over reported US AI plans targeting critical infrastructure

( March 3, 2026, 09:26 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China has raised “serious concerns” with the US over reports that the Pentagon is in talks with leading artificial-intelligence companies to use AI to bolster automated reconnaissance of China’s critical infrastructure, including power facilities and sensitive networks, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said Monday. Mao said the US had conducted cyberattacks and pre-positioning against China’s key infrastructure even before the development of AI. She also accused the US government of requiring major technology companies to serve its geopolitical and military objectives, warning that such actions have far-reaching global consequences. China will take all necessary measures to safeguard its cybersecurity, Mao saidExcerpts of the statement follow (in Chinese). ...

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