In May 2024, the US Department of State released The United States International Cyberspace and Digital Policy Strategy. The strategy “focuses on building broad digital solidarity,” an idea first articulated by Pablo Chavez, an adjunct senior fellow with the Center for a New American Security and a former tech policy executive.

The State Department defines digital solidarity as “a willingness to work together on shared goals, to stand together, to help partners build capacity, and to provide mutual support.” However, the strategy appears to conflict with US export controls on semiconductors (AI infrastructure), potential export controls on AI, as well as restrictive policies on data exports to certain nations.

Our speakers will discuss the concept of digital solidarity and provide examples of solidarity in action. We will also explore US digital policy consistency.