In a shocking turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has contradicted a previous report by CNBC, stating that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was not invited to a gathering of business leaders accompanying the President on his trip to China. Trump took to social media to correct the report, claiming Huang is actually on board Air Force One and among a large group of prominent business leaders heading to China for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
CNBC’s initial report had suggested that Huang was not among the invited business leaders, sparking confusion among investors and industry observers. However, Trump swiftly intervened to clarify the matter, calling out the network for what he termed “fake news.”
According to Trump, the delegation of business leaders consists of influential figures such as Elon Musk, Tim Cook, Larry Fink, Stephen Schwarzman, and others. The group will engage in discussions with Xi Jinping aimed at exploring opportunities for U.S. companies in the Chinese market.
“We have an incredible gathering of the world’s greatest businessmen and women on board Air Force One, and it is an honor to have them join me on this trip,” Trump said in a statement. “Among them is Jensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia. Unless I ask him to leave, which is highly unlikely, CNBC’s reporting is incorrect.”
While Trump’s announcement has generated significant interest among investors and businesses, its implications remain unclear. The President’s request to Xi Jinping to “open up” China’s markets to U.S. companies could potentially have far-reaching consequences, particularly in the tech and financial sectors.
Industry experts have welcomed the development, seeing it as a positive step towards expanding U.S.-China trade relations. However, others have raised concerns about the potential risks and challenges associated with increasing U.S. exposure to China’s markets.
As the delegation arrives in China, investors and businesses will be closely watching the developments and the potential outcomes of the talks between Trump and Xi Jinping. The meeting comes at a critical juncture in U.S.-China relations, and the success of the discussions could have significant implications for the global economy.
