Geopolitical competition for superiority

Mitigation strategy

1. Prioritize the establishment of a **legally binding, universal AI governance framework** through multilateral institutions (e.g., UN, G20/G7), focusing on closing the current "global governance deficit" to prevent the fragmentation of regulatory regimes and ensure compliance across nations. 2. Institute **diplomatic and regulatory mechanisms** aimed at averting "AI arms races," specifically by establishing international agreements on responsible military use of AI, including confidence-building measures and arms control agreements to ensure human control over critical AI-enabled weapon systems. 3. Mandate the **global adoption of common technical safety and transparency standards** (e.g., based on the OECD AI Principles or similar) for general-purpose and advanced AI models. This promotes shared accountability, enhances international interoperability, and facilitates mutual auditing to build trust and mitigate risks associated with divergent national safety practices.