Geopolitical competition between U.S. and China leads to "Asymmetric Fracture" in global AI

The global artificial intelligence landscape is experiencing an "asymmetric fracture" driven by intense geopolitical competition between the United States and China for AI leadership. While hardware supply chains are increasingly segmented, AI software and open-source models continue to disseminate globally, compelling nations like Singapore and those in Europe to navigate escalating geopolitical pressures. The U.S. initiated "Pax Silica" in December 2025 to secure AI supply chains, and China established the "World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO)" in July 2026.