# Trump's AI free-for-all plays into China's hands

> Trump's AI chaos gives China leverage in Global South markets.
- Title: Trump's AI free-for-all plays into China's hands · Nikkei Asia
- Summary: Trump's AI chaos gives China leverage in Global South markets. Beijing's AI strategy could attract Global South nations through regulation and infrastructure.
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- Source: Nikkei Asia — https://asia.nikkei.com/opinion/trump-s-ai-free-for-all-plays-into-china-s-hands
- Published: 2026-10-08T20:05:13+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: trump, ai, china, global south, regulation, infrastructure, news, business, world
## Trump's AI policy shift
U.S. President Donald Trump and tech leaders spoke at White House on Sept 29.
## China's AI strategy
Beijing's mix of regulation, infrastructure and open models could woo Global South nations.
## Global South appeal
China's AI approach targets developing economies with infrastructure and regulatory frameworks.
## Key takeaway

Beijing's AI strategy could attract Global South nations through regulation and infrastructure.