China’s vice commerce minister meets Nvidia executive

Pivotal talks amidst US-China tech tensions.
Nvidia will launch a cheaper AI chip for China based on Blackwell architecture, priced lower than the banned H20 and built to meet strict US export limits.

Wang Shouwen, China‘s vice commerce minister, held discussions with Jay Puri, Nvidia‘s executive vice president for worldwide field operations, in Beijing on Monday, according to China’s Ministry of Commerce.

Details of the meeting were not disclosed, but the talks underscore Nvidia’s growing significance in the global tech landscape and its potential role in China’s semiconductor sector.

The meeting comes amid heightened tensions over technology trade between China and the United States, where Nvidia is a leading player in advanced chip production. Both sides may seek to address mutual interests while navigating ongoing restrictions and competition in the semiconductor industry.