The Role of AI in Shaping US-China Diplomacy: A Case Study of the Taiwan Strait Crisis

Abstract

This paper specifically focuses on the Taiwan Strait conflict and explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping military, diplomatic and informational strategies among the US, China and Taiwan. This study examines how AI technologies support both international and national security strategies and how this happens. It shows how AI is involved in diplomatic messages, military presence, campaigns of misinformation and collecting intelligence. Artificial intelligence (AI) is said in the report to help make decisions faster and improve awareness of the situation, however, it can also lead to issues like escalating the conflict, giving inaccurate details and failing to use the best strategy. As per the report, the US is emphasizing AI in intelligence and defense work, but China applies it to domestic surveillance and psychological tactics (Meserole, 2018). Taiwan defends itself with AI against cyberattacks and keeps its democratic institutions safe and secure. It is determined that AI both brings uncertainty and can be used as a political tool by countries. To make sure dangers do not occur, it suggests establishing crisis communication channels, promoting openness and setting AI ethical rules. In general, the Taiwan Strait demonstrates how AI strengthens traditional disputes and makes it clear that urgent governing rules are needed to prevent global AI-related problems.