This thesis explores the complex dynamics that drive the US and EU to cooperate on AI policy, despite their initial disagreements, in response to China's growing influence in the field. The central argument is that the shifting balance of power in AI, driven by China's capabilities and strategic initiatives, compels the US and EU to collaborate in order to maintain global standing. Utilizing a realist perspective on international relations, the study emphasizes the role of material factors and national interests in shaping state behaviour. To support its argument, the thesis examines the causal mechanism and entities involved in specific activities, ultimately concluding that the perception of China as a threat to their hegemonic stability in AI leads the US and EU to enhance collaboration on AI policy. The thesis also identifies areas for future research to further understand the geopolitical ramifications of AI development and policy.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:UPSALLA1/oai:DiVA.org:mau-60155 |
| Date | January 2023 |
| Creators | Coluccino, Rebecca |
| Source Sets | DiVA Archive at Upsalla University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Student thesis, info:eu-repo/semantics/bachelorThesis, text |
| Format | application/pdf |
| Rights | info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess |
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