The Chinese government issued a directive on November 5, 2025, banning the use of foreign-made AI chips in state-owned and state-funded data centers. According to Reuters, the move is aimed at achieving technological sovereignty and reducing reliance on imported technologies, primarily from the US (Nvidia, AMD, Intel). Sources report that some current projects may require the complete replacement of already installed equipment. This measure is an escalation in the "chip war" and is intended to boost domestic production and strengthen Chinas geopolitical autonomy in AI infrastructure.
China Bans Foreign AI Chips in State-Funded Data Centers
