US Allows Conditional Nvidia H200 Exports To China
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Washington — The Trump administration on Jan. 13 approved conditional exports of Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips to China, imposing third-party technical tests, a cap that China receive no more than 50 percent of chips sold to U.S. customers, and requirements that buyers demonstrate security safeguards and bar military use. The export rule also requires Nvidia to certify US domestic supply and implements a reported 25 percent fee to the U.S. government. The decision followed an announcement by President Trump and prompted criticism from China hawks; Nvidia issued a statement endorsing the balance. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- President Trump announced intent to allow H200 sales under conditions prior to Jan. 13.
- Bloomberg and other outlets reported the U.S. shift from presumption denial to case-by-case review.
- On Jan. 13, the administration formally issued export rules permitting conditional H200 shipments to China.
- Rules established third-party technical testing, a 50% cap, buyer vetting, and Nvidia certification requirements.
- Nvidia issued a supportive statement while China hawks and Chinese media voiced critiques and analysis.
- Articles Published:
- 5
- Right Leaning:
- 1
- Left Leaning:
- 1
- Neutral:
- 3
- Distribution:
- Left 20%, Center 60%, Right 20%
Nvidia and U.S. semiconductor firms benefited from resumed access to Chinese commercial markets under conditional export rules, boosting sales and global competitiveness while remaining subject to compliance and oversight.
U.S. national security critics and China hawks suffered heightened concern that sensitive AI capabilities could erode American advantage despite restrictions and oversight.
Coverage of Story:
From Center
US Allows Conditional Nvidia H200 Exports To China
CNA The Straits Times Free Malaysia TodayFrom Right
Washington reportedly conditionally eases Nvidia H200 chip exports to China; market acceptance of US chips remains to be seen: expert
Global Times 环球时报英文版
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