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CSET produces evidence-driven analysis in a variety of forms, from informative graphics and translations to expert testimony and published reports. Our key areas of inquiry are the foundations of artificial intelligence — such as talent, data and computational power — as well as how AI can be used in cybersecurity and other national security settings. We also do research on the policy tools that can be used to shape AI’s development and use, and on biotechnology.

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CSET’s 2025 Annual Report

Center for Security and Emerging Technology
| March 31, 2026

Each year, CSET’s annual report highlights our work and impact across technology and security issues. It shows how our research, convening, and engagement contribute to important policy conversations on emerging technologies.

In 2025, CSET advanced its mission to inform high-stakes decisions through rigorous, evidence-based analysis of the security implications of emerging technologies. Our independent research examines issues at the intersection of technology and security.

You can view a web version of our annual report or download it below.

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Guidelines for the Construction of a National New Generation Artificial Intelligence Standards System

November 19, 2021

See our original translation of a 2020 document from China's standards-setting body calling for specific standards for AI technologies.

Translation

The Chinese Communist Party Central Committee and the State Council Publish the “National Standardization Development Outline”

November 19, 2021

See our original translation of a Standards Development Announcement from China's state press agency, Xinhua News Agency.

Translation

White Paper on China’s Computing Power Development Index

November 19, 2021

See our original translation of a Chinese state-run think tank's report assessing the country's computing power.

Translation

Shanghai Municipal “14th Five-Year” Plan for Building a Science and Technology Innovation Center with Global Influence

November 4, 2021

See our original translation of excerpts from Shanghai’s five-year plan for S&T development.

Translation

Ethical Norms for New Generation Artificial Intelligence Released

October 21, 2021

See our original translation of a 2021 PRC state AI governance committee document on the ethical norms for AI use.

Translation

Artificial Intelligence Standardization White Paper (2021 Edition)

October 21, 2021

See our original translation of a 2021 PRC think tank white paper about government standards-setting related to AI.

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State Council Notice on the Publication of the Outline of the Nationwide Scientific Literacy Action Plan (2021-2035)

October 1, 2021

See our original translation of a 2021 PRC State Council updated plan to improve the "scientific literacy" of China's population.

Translation

White Paper on Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence

September 14, 2021

See our original translation of a 2021 PRC white paper describing the importance and difficulty of improving the "trustworthiness" of AI systems.

Translation

Opinions of the CCP Central Committee and the State Council on Supporting High-Quality Reform and Opening Up in Pudong New District and Making it into a Leading Area for Socialist Modernization Construction

September 13, 2021

A CSET original translation of 2021 PRC "Opinions" outlining new policies for Pudong New District in Shanghai, long a trendsetter in Chinese economic reform.

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Press Conference on the “Launch and Implementation of the National Key R&D Program”: Summary Transcript

September 13, 2021

See our original translation of a 2016 PRC Ministry of Science and Technology press conference announcing the creation of China's overarching "National Key R&D Program."