Nvidia CEO Wants to Continue Cooperating With China, Says Market Key to Innovation
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang emphasized the significance of the Chinese market to the company's global operations during his visit to Beijing.
Despite recent U.S. export restrictions on Nvidia’s AI chips, Huang expressed a strong desire to continue cooperation with China.
In meetings with Chinese officials, including Ren Hongbin, chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, and Vice Premier He Lifeng, Huang stated, “We hope to continue to cooperate with China,” highlighting the country’s importance to Nvidia’s growth and innovation.
The visit comes shortly after the U.S. government imposed a ban on sales of Nvidia’s H20 artificial intelligence chips to China. These chips were specifically designed to comply with earlier U.S. regulations, and the new restrictions have disrupted plans for deliveries to Chinese internet firms. Nvidia anticipates a $5.5 billion quarterly charge due to these export curbs.
Huang also met with Liang Wenfeng, founder of Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, to discuss new chip designs tailored for Chinese clients. This move indicates Nvidia’s commitment to adapting its products to meet regulatory requirements while serving the Chinese market.
Nvidia has a long-standing presence in China, with Huang noting that the company has been cultivating the Chinese market for 30 years. He acknowledged China’s strengths in the consumer market, industrial ecology, and software prowess as key drivers for the company’s continued innovation.
As the global race for artificial intelligence intensifies, Huang emphasized the transformative potential of AI and the importance of international collaboration. He expressed confidence that Nvidia will continue to innovate and serve the Chinese market, despite the challenges posed by U.S. export controls.
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