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China Ramps Up AI Chip Self-Sufficiency Amid Global Tech Race

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08/22/2025
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In a strategic move to bolster its position in the global technology race, China is intensifying efforts to achieve self-sufficiency in artificial intelligence (AI) chip production. This initiative aims to reduce reliance on foreign technology and enhance national security in the face of escalating geopolitical tensions.

The Chinese government has unveiled an 18-point action plan focusing on upgrading information technology manufacturers, with a particular emphasis on semiconductors, batteries, satellite navigation, and AI technologies. This plan is designed to circumvent U.S. tech curbs and foster a new class of industry service providers by 2027.

President Xi Jinping has pledged “self-reliance and self-strengthening” in AI development, directing state-owned enterprises to integrate AI advancements into their overall planning.

Chinese companies, including Huawei, are leading efforts to develop indigenous AI chips. Huawei’s Ascend 910C and Ascend 920C processors are central to this initiative. However, these chips face production constraints due to U.S. sanctions, limiting their ability to compete with advanced models from companies like Nvidia. 

Despite these challenges, China is making significant strides in semiconductor self-sufficiency. The country’s overall chip self-sufficiency is projected to reach 50% by 2025, up from 16% in 2020.

The push for AI chip self-sufficiency is reshaping the global semiconductor landscape. Nvidia’s H20 chip, a downgraded version of its AI-optimized Hopper series, has become a focal point in the U.S.-China tech trade war. While China has shown interest in the H20 for its AI inference capabilities, concerns over cybersecurity and overreliance on U.S. technology have led to calls for domestic alternatives.

Analysts warn that isolating China could encourage self-reliant innovation, potentially shifting the global AI power balance.

China’s accelerated push for AI chip self-sufficiency marks a significant shift in the global tech landscape. As the country continues to invest in domestic innovation and infrastructure, the dynamics of the AI chip market are poised for transformation, with implications for global competitiveness and technological leadership.

 

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