Jensen Huang’s Swift Visit to China in a Suit Aims for Collaboration! Trump Responds: He is Patriotic and a Friend of Mine, and I Am Not Concerned About This Matter.
U.S. Just Banned NVIDIA from Exporting AI Chip H20 to China, Yet CEO Jensen Huang’s Rare ‘Suit Visit’ to Beijing Raises Eyebrows
Just days after the U.S. announced a ban on NVIDIA’s export of the H20 chip to China, CEO Jensen Huang made a swift visit to Beijing on April 17. This trip followed closely on the heels of a dinner with Donald Trump, contrasting sharply and making this trip particularly sensitive. In response to the news, Trump publicly remarked, “He is not only patriotic but also my good friend; I am not worried about this matter at all.”
Huang’s Visit to China Comes Shortly After H20 Chip Export Ban
Only a few days after the U.S. declared the ban on NVIDIA’s exports of the H20 chip to China, CEO Jensen Huang made a quick visit to Beijing on April 17. The H20 chip was originally designed with lower specifications to comply with the export restrictions set by the previous Biden administration. However, the new ban from Trump has led NVIDIA to classify this batch of chips as a $5.5 billion loss.
Huang’s Low-Key Appearance in a Suit Instead of His Signature Leather Jacket
According to video footage, Huang’s trip was made at the invitation of a domestic trade organization in China. Although specific details were not disclosed, he notably set aside his iconic black leather jacket in favor of a suit and tie.
Meeting with Chinese Vice Premier to Discuss Deepening Cooperation
According to Xinhua News Agency, Huang met with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on Thursday evening. China emphasized its welcome for American companies like NVIDIA to continue deepening their presence in the country. In response, Huang expressed optimism about China’s economic prospects and reiterated that NVIDIA would continue exploring the Chinese market to promote Sino-U.S. economic cooperation.
Private Meeting with DeepSeek Founder Amid Increased U.S. Regulations
The Financial Times reported that Huang also met with Liang Wenfeng, the founder of Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. Although NVIDIA declined to comment, there is significant public interest in this startup, which has recently come under the scrutiny of the U.S. Congress. Reports indicate that DeepSeek’s AI chatbot may utilize NVIDIA chips to train models, and Congress has requested NVIDIA to submit related sales information while progressively adding companies that may assist the Chinese military to the sanctions list. DeepSeek is seen as a key observation target and one of the triggers for the recent H20 export ban.
Trump’s Assurance Regarding Huang Amid Ongoing Strains in U.S.-China Relations
Huang’s visit coincided with the ban on the H20 chip, prompting Trump to respond at a White House press conference: “He is not only patriotic but also my friend; I am not worried about this matter at all.” However, speculation has begun to arise that this may be Huang’s attempt to ease U.S. concerns over China’s technological expansion while not wishing to forfeit the substantial Chinese market. This trip may have been intended to stabilize relationships with senior Chinese government officials and industry players, thereby avoiding excessive reactions from official Chinese entities or commercial clients due to the ban.
(Daring to Tackle Taiwan Issues, China States that the U.S. Must Show Respect for Negotiations, Affecting Taiwan’s Chip Supply Chain)
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