Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang visited Beijing on April 17, 2025, shortly after the US government barred the company from selling its H20 AI chip to China. This trip is notable given the recent US restrictions on AI chip sales to China.
Huang met with Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng, discussing potential collaborations and future projects. He also met with DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng to discuss new chip designs for Chinese customers.
The timing of the visit is unusual, given the recent US restrictions on AI chip sales to China. Plans for the trip were likely finalized before the restrictions were announced.
Despite US restrictions, Huang's visit suggests Nvidia remains committed to the Chinese market. Discussions with Chinese officials and industry leaders may lead to new collaborations or projects, highlighting the complex dynamics in the global chip industry.
