Britain’s incoming envoy urges Japan partnership on AI and chips
Corin Robertson also said Britain would promote international cooperation on AI safety during its forthcoming Group of 20 presidency.
Britain and Japan should deepen their work on artificial intelligence and semiconductors, British Ambassador-designate Corin Robertson said at a Tokyo news conference, pledging to make cooperation on future industries a priority.
Speaking at the Japan National Press Club, Robertson said technological change, including AI, was presenting economic challenges for both countries. He said he would focus on joint efforts to develop those industries and support economic growth.
Robertson also indicated that Britain would use its forthcoming Group of 20 presidency to encourage countries to work together on using AI safely.
On relations with Europe, he addressed British Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s willingness to rebuild ties with the European Union. Robertson said a closer relationship between Britain and the EU would benefit both sides as well as Japan.
