Nvidia has just scored a major win, thanks to President Donald Trump. Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang said the technology giant has won approval from the Trump administration to sell its advanced H20 computer chips used to develop artificial intelligence to China.
The news came in a company blog post late Monday and Huang also spoke about the coup on China’s state-run CGTN television network in remarks shown on X.
“The U.S. government has assured Nvidia that licenses will be granted, and Nvidia hopes to start deliveries soon,” the post said.
“Today, I’m announcing that the U.S. government has approved for us filing licenses to start shipping H20s,” Huang told reporters in Beijing. He noted that half of the world’s AI researchers are in China.
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He also said that it is so innovative and dynamic here in China that it’s really important that American companies are able to compete and serve the market here in China.
According to AP news, Huang recently met with Trump and other U.S. policymakers and this week is in Beijing to attend a supply chain conference and speak with Chinese officials.
Earlier in the year, the Trump administration implemented stringent export controls on Nvidia’s advanced AI chips, particularly the H20 model, effectively restricting their sale to China without special licenses. This move was part of broader U.S. efforts to curb China’s access to cutting-edge semiconductor technologies amid rising geopolitical tensions and national security concerns.
The restrictions led to significant financial losses for Nvidia, including inventory write-downs and halted contracts, totaling an estimated $5.5 billion. Huang actively engaged with both U.S. and Chinese officials to advocate for easing these restrictions, emphasizing the importance of global market access for technological innovation and economic stability.
Following these discussions, the administration partially reversed the ban, allowing Nvidia to resume sales of the H20 chips to China under stricter regulations. Nvidia also developed the RTX Pro GPU, designed to comply with U.S. export rules, demonstrating adaptability to evolving trade policies.
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Nvidia’s recent approval to resume sales of its advanced H20 AI chips to China marks a significant victory for both the company and President Trump’s administration. For Nvidia, this decision opens the door to a critical market where half of the world’s AI researchers are based, enabling the company to maintain its competitive edge and continue driving innovation on a global scale.
Access to China is vital for Nvidia’s growth and revenue, especially amid the rapidly expanding AI industry. For President Trump, this move demonstrates a nuanced approach to balancing national security concerns with economic interests. By granting licenses, his administration shows a willingness to support American tech companies while managing geopolitical risks.