Scientific innovation is unprecedentedly accelerating and the scope of its impacts is also becoming even more widespread. Consequently, it is crucial to examine geopolitical risks that are intrinsic to the scientific and technological innovation. Impacts of scientific innovation are bringing about a sea change within the international community. Such scientific innovation has put key driving forces in the region at a crossroad. Against this back, this session will invite experts from Korea, the US, and China to examine significant trends in terms of technological advancement and scientific innovation. Discussion will mainly center around the future of scientific innovation including AI and its impact on geopolitical risks.