While China is promoting domestic AI hardware, some firms are keen to buy advanced U.S. chips: Chinese tech giants including ByteDance and Alibaba have reportedly expressed interest in Nvidia’s powerful H200 AI chips following eased export conditions imposed by the U.S. government.
This situation creates a dual-track dynamic where both domestic alternatives and international components are sought depending on regulatory winds and strategic priorities.
China’s AI strategy includes strengthening local supply while selectively engaging with global tech players where permissible.
