Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has expressed his enthusiasm for meeting President-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago resort. While speaking in an interview with Bloomberg’s Ed Ludlow on Tuesday, Huang said he hasn’t yet received an invitation but would be “delighted” to visit.
“I haven’t been invited yet,” Huang shared during the discussion. “But I would be delighted to go see him, congratulate him, and do everything we can to help this administration succeed.”
Huang’s comments come amid a wave of tech leaders meeting with Trump following his November election victory.
Business figures such as Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg and Amazon’s Jeff Bezos have already made trips to Mar-a-Lago to meet with the president-elect. These visits highlight a growing relationship between Trump and the tech industry as he prepares for his second term in office.
Nvidia’s Key Role in U.S.-China Tech Relations
Nvidia is one of the world’s leading chipmakers and has a significant business presence in China, which accounted for nearly 17% of the company’s revenue in the fiscal year ending January 2024.
This makes Nvidia a critical player in the ongoing U.S.-China trade relationship. Trump’s announcement of a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, along with prior discussions of tariffs exceeding 60%, could have a direct impact on the company’s operations and future strategies.
During Nvidia’s earnings call in November, Huang stated that the company is committed to complying fully with any regulations that come into play. “We will comply with any regulation that comes along fully,” Huang reassured investors, emphasizing the company’s dedication to navigating complex global trade environments.
Mar-a-Lago: A Hub for Business and Politics
Trump has been actively engaging with influential figures from various industries, including tech leaders, as part of his transition into his second term. These interactions reflect Trump’s broader strategy of aligning business leaders with his administration’s goals.
Notably, Trump has enjoyed strong financial support leading up to his second inauguration. According to The New York Times, Trump has raised over $200 million in donations since the election, with $150 million earmarked for the upcoming inauguration.
This surpasses the $106.8 million raised for his first inauguration in 2017. The remaining funds will be used for Trump’s political initiatives and his future presidential library.
At a recent news conference, Trump acknowledged the shift in attitudes toward his presidency, stating, “One of the big differences between the first term and this term is that now everybody wants to be my friend.”
As the tech world continues to intersect with the political sphere, it remains to be seen if Huang will receive his coveted Mar-a-Lago invitation. For now, his openness to collaboration signals a willingness to work with the administration on issues that could shape the future of both technology and trade.
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