The United States tells 35 nations to choose between American and Chinese artificial intelligence partnerships.
The United States government is preparing to send a strong message to dozens of countries around the world, forcing them to pick a side in the fast-growing artificial intelligence battle with China.
American officials are writing formal letters to warn foreign governments that they cannot work with both major world powers at the same time on critical computer technologies.
If a country decides to join China’s technology group, it will be completely locked out of receiving advanced American artificial intelligence systems, computer chips, and business investments.
This diplomatic move centers around a special American technology group called Pax Silica, which was created to build strong supply chains for microchips, smart software, and rare earth minerals. In June 2026, 35 nations signed an official statement agreeing to share a common technology vision with the United States.
However, tension grew rapidly after Chinese President Xi Jinping launched a competing global group called the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization to offer free, open technology to other countries. When nations like Kazakhstan signed up for both the American and Chinese technology groups, leaders in Washington decided it was time to stop countries from playing both sides.
The main reason for this harsh ultimatum is that artificial intelligence has become the most important tool for future military power and global economic control.
American leaders fear that if friendly nations share computer tools, chip designs, or mining rights with China, Beijing could gain the upper hand in making powerful military computers.
To prevent valuable minerals and technology secrets from reaching Chinese scientists, the United States wants every partner nation to follow strict trading rules and cut technological ties with Beijing.
Explaining why countries cannot belong to both groups, a high-ranking American official stated, “It’s difficult to see how a country can credibly position themselves as trusted partners in one technology ecosystem while simultaneously signing up for an initiative designed by China to advance a competing vision for AI”. Summarizing the main point of the official warning, the official added that “you can’t have it both ways”.
In the official draft letter prepared by the United States State Department, foreign leaders are being told in very plain language that they must make a firm decision. The document warns that “to be part of everything is to be part of nothing,” reminding countries that joining the American technology alliance requires real loyalty.
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The letter further clarifies that “signature of the Pax Silica Declaration is not merely a membership subscription, but a commitment,” adding that “it cannot be held alongside membership in duplicative initiatives whose expectations conflict with our own”.
Responding to the leaked draft letter, the Chinese embassy in Washington expressed strong disagreement with the American policy. Defending their position on global business, a spokesperson for the Chinese embassy stated, “Such actions will only stifle global AI advances and serve no one’s interests”.
This growing divide shows that the global technology market is splitting into two separate worlds. Small and medium-sized nations are now being forced to make hard choices about which superpower they will trust to build their digital future.
By demanding complete loyalty from its partners, the United States is attempting to guard its technological supremacy and ensure that American computer systems remain the dominant force worldwide.
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Jennifer Sakmufuwo Baba is a tech analyst, senior staff, and writer covering artificial intelligence, cybersecurity , and emerging technologies at TechRegard. Based in Nigeria, she's passionate about translating complex tech developments into compelling, accessible stories for diverse audiences. Her work focuses on how technology shapes innovation across Africa and globally.
