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Tech war: China semiconductor expert suggests vigilance in buying Nvidia’s H200 AI chips
The US has an inconsistent stance on advanced chips, alternating between limited easing and renewed pressure, Wei Shaojun says
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Influential Chinese semiconductor expert Wei Shaojun urged caution for mainland companies that place orders for Nvidia’s H200 artificial intelligence chips, as it remained a puzzle why the US government would make these advanced integrated circuits available to the country.
“The US’ inconsistent stance on advanced chips – alternating between limited easing and renewed pressure – has left users struggling to discern its true strategic intent,” Wei, vice-president at the China Semiconductor Industry Association, said in an interview with the Global Times.
According to Wei, who also serves as a professor at Tsinghua University and Peking University, China’s semiconductor industry must remain highly vigilant of US export controls, while continuing to drive self-sufficiency in advanced chip development.
While admitting that importing advanced computing products could help address short-term demand from areas that include scientific research, healthcare and smart cities, he said: “China’s determination to adhere to independent innovation should not waver.”
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