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Nvidia CEO: US-China Decoupling Idea Flawed
11 Jan
Summary
- Nvidia CEO states US-China decoupling is flawed.
- Global AI research relies heavily on Chinese talent.
- US export controls and Chinese counter-sanctions disrupt trade.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has asserted that the concept of the United States decoupling from China is fundamentally flawed due to the profound economic and technological interdependence. He emphasized that global artificial intelligence research heavily relies on the brilliance of Chinese students and scientists, estimating that half of the world's AI researchers have Chinese roots.
This stance emerges amidst escalating tensions, with Washington accusing Beijing of intellectual property theft and forced technology transfer. Conversely, China condemns US export controls, characterizing them as a politicization of trade that destabilizes global supply chains. The US Department of Commerce has blacklisted numerous Chinese firms, citing national security and unfair trade practices.
These trade disputes have led to reciprocal actions, including China launching investigations into US chip policies. While US export controls previously restricted advanced AI chip shipments to China, a partial reversal in December 2025 allowed regulated exports under a licensing regime. China is reportedly moving towards authorizing these imports, possibly with usage restrictions.
