Chile’s Foreign Minister Spent Five Days in China Talking About Artificial Intelligence
Chile's foreign minister spent five days in China discussing artificial intelligence and the digital economy — and signed no technology agreement. The post Chile’s Foreign Minister Spent Five Days in China Talking About Artificial Intelligence appeared first on The Rio Times .
Chile’s Foreign Minister Francisco Pérez Mackenna spent five days in China, discussing artificial intelligence, digital economy, and industrial cooperation from August 18 to 22. This was a notable shift from Chile's traditional trade partnerships, emphasizing the country's growing interest in China's advanced technologies. Pérez Mackenna met with key Chinese officials, including Vice-Premier He Lifeng and Science Minister Yin Hejun, emphasizing the importance of AI and digital innovation to Chile's economic future.
No formal AI or digital technology agreements were signed during his visit, but both sides agreed to deepen cooperation and share knowledge. Chile, known for its abundant renewable energy and stable infrastructure, is seen as a potential data center hub in the Americas. However, challenges like water usage permits and environmental assessments remain hurdles.
Despite strained US-Chile trade relations, the visit highlights Chile's strategic push towards Chinese technology investments, especially in critical infrastructure like data centers.
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