The Trump administration has formally approved the export of Nvidia’s H200 artificial intelligence chips to China, marking a significant shift in U.S. technology export controls after years of restrictions imposed over national security concerns. The H200 is Nvidia’s second most powerful AI chip and had previously been barred from sale to China under policies designed to limit Beijing’s access to advanced computing power. President Donald Trump first announced the decision last month, linking approval to a 25% fee payable to the U.S. government. The move immediately drew criticism from China hawks in Washington, who argue that any loosening of restrictions risks accelerating China’s military and surveillance capabilities. The administration, however, has framed the decision as a pragmatic effort to balance economic competitiveness with national security.
U.S. Greenlights Nvidia AI Chip Exports to China in Major Policy Shift – Modern Diplomacy
