Nvidia CEO praises China's potential in AI, electric cars, and robotics: "Everyone should pay attention."

247 - During a press conference held this Wednesday (16) in Beijing, Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang expressed strong enthusiasm for the Chinese technology scene. 

During a visit to the country to participate in the 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), Huang highlighted China's potential in the sectors of artificial intelligence, robotics, and smart manufacturing, as well as the country's growing role as an engine of global innovation.

"I have a very optimistic view of the future. I believe the United States will continue to be vibrant. And China will be incredibly dynamic and will continue to grow," Huang stated. Responding to local press questions about the possibility of Sino-American cooperation in the technology sector, he was direct: "There's always room in any house for at least two people."

Technology as a bridge, not a trench.

During his participation in the CISCE opening ceremony, Huang donned traditional Chinese attire and spoke in Mandarin for the first time, praising China's open-source AI ecosystem. According to him, these efforts act as catalysts for global progress, offering broad opportunities for different countries and industries to participate in the artificial intelligence revolution.

This symbolic and respectful approach was well received by local authorities and experts. “China has always maintained an open and inclusive attitude towards normal trade exchanges. It’s no surprise that Jensen Huang was warmly received,” stated Gao Lingyun, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, to [publication name]. Global Times.

Electric cars surprise Nvidia CEO

Huang highlighted the electric vehicle sector as one of China's biggest technological surprises in the last five years. “EVs in China are probably the most surprising in the world in terms of advancement. Each one of them impresses me,” he said. He directly praised brands like BYD, Li Auto, NIO, Zeekr, and Xiaomi. “The cabins are so spacious they look like living rooms on wheels,” he commented, adding that he would love to own a Xiaomi car.

Chinese robotics and a vision for the future.

Another highlight of the press conference was Huang's enthusiasm for Chinese robotics. According to him, the country possesses three fundamental ingredients to lead in this area: cutting-edge AI technology, excellence in mechatronics, and a robust industrial base. "I wouldn't be surprised if Xiaomi or BYD were building incredible robots soon," he stated.

The executive also made a point of acknowledging the performance of Huawei, the Chinese technology giant, as a strong competitor in the field of AI acceleration. "Anyone who underestimates Huawei or China's manufacturing capabilities is profoundly naive," Huang said.

H20O chips return to the Chinese market.

During the visit, Huang announced that Nvidia had received authorization from the United States government to resume exporting the H20O chip to the Chinese market. The news boosted the company's shares, which reached an all-time high of $172,40 intraday, closing the trading session at $170,70, up 4,04%. Jensen Huang's personal net worth jumped to $148,6 billion, making him the sixth richest man in the world, according to a real-time ranking by [source missing]. Forbes.

Even with the trade relief, Nvidia has accumulated significant losses following restrictions imposed in April by President Donald Trump, which prevented the sale of H20O chips destined for China and generated a loss of US$2,5 billion in the first quarter. The company projects an additional impact of US$8 billion in the second quarter, according to [source missing]. Reuters.

Huang reported that he met with President Trump before traveling to China. "I told him I would be coming to the country to participate in the conference, and he wished me a good trip," he revealed.

Cooperation as an antidote to mistrust.

Zhou Mi, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of International Trade, stated that Nvidia's presence at CISCE demonstrates the globalized nature of the semiconductor industry. "Its success in China represents a positive sign for both the Chinese and US markets," he said.

On the other hand, Zhou and Gao agree that the approaches of China and the United States towards foreign companies diverge profoundly. “China has been listening to foreign investors and seeking a level playing field. The US, however, has tightened investment reviews under the pretext of national security and imposed tariffs that hinder global operations and supply chains,” Zhou criticized.

According to Gao, the most sensible approach for companies like Nvidia is to separate business from politics: "Technological innovation should be a collective effort, and the whole world benefits from cooperation."