Australia is well-positioned to benefit from the growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI), according to a recent intergenerational report. While the full impact of AI on various industries, including the labor market, is still unclear, Australia has emerged as a key player in the global data infrastructure landscape. Investment in data centers—large facilities that store and manage digital information—has nearly doubled in Australia since the last intergenerational report in 2023, signaling strong interest in supporting the digital economy. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump at a gala event hosted by Trump during the high-level week of international meetings. The meeting comes at a time when AI is a topic of global debate, with Trump previously calling concerns about AI a "hoax" and warning that slowing the U.S. AI development could allow China to gain an advantage. Albanese has indicated he will use the opportunity to raise his own concerns about AI with Trump, while emphasizing that their relationship remains "very positive and constructive." Albanese's trip to New York City includes participation in a United Nations climate summit, where he will also address broader global issues, including conflicts and the role of AI in international affairs. Trump, meanwhile, has spoken about his intention to appoint an "AI chief" and create an "AI Force" to oversee the development and use of artificial intelligence. However, he has not provided many specifics about how these initiatives would function or what their goals would be. The meeting between Albanese and Trump highlights the complex and evolving nature of international relations, particularly as countries grapple with the opportunities and risks associated with AI. While the two leaders have different approaches to the technology, their discussions may reflect broader efforts to manage AI's influence on global politics, the economy, and security.