Trump visits China with Musk, Tim Cook, Nvidia chief and other CEOs for Xi Jinping economic talks

Huang’s Chip Push: Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, joins the trip as semiconductor exports remain a major issue between Washington and Beijing. Forbes estimates Huang’s net worth at more than $190.6 billion. Huang last visited China in 2025 to meet partners and developers after US restrictions hit Nvidia’s advanced AI chip sales in the Chinese market.

Cook’s China Links: Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, is also travelling with Trump. Forbes estimates Cook’s net worth at about $2.9 billion. Apple depends heavily on Chinese manufacturing and consumer demand, making Cook one of the most experienced US executives in dealing with China. He last visited China in 2024 to meet suppliers, developers and government officials.

Fink’s Finance Role: Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, is among the finance executives linked to the delegation. Forbes estimates his net worth at more than $1.3 billion. BlackRock became the first foreign-owned mutual fund company allowed to operate fully in China in 2021. Fink last visited China in 2024 for investor and regulatory meetings tied to asset management expansion.

Schwarzman’s Beijing Ties: Stephen Schwarzman, CEO of Blackstone, is part of the group heading to Beijing. Forbes estimates his net worth at more than $40.5 billion. Schwarzman has longstanding ties with China and funded the Schwarzman Scholars program at Beijing’s Tsinghua University. He last visited China in 2024 for meetings involving investment and education initiatives.

Boeing Back In: Kelly Ortberg, CEO of Boeing, joins the delegation as Boeing seeks stronger aircraft sales in China. Ortberg became Boeing CEO in 2024 after previously leading aerospace supplier Rockwell Collins. China was once Boeing’s largest overseas market, and Reuters reported possible discussions involving aircraft purchases during Trump’s visit.

Cargill Trade Focus: Brian Sikes, CEO of Cargill, brings agriculture and commodities experience to the trip. Cargill is one of the world’s biggest privately held companies and has operated in China for decades through grain, food and supply-chain businesses. Agricultural exports are expected to be part of the broader trade discussions.

Fraser’s Banking Play: Jane Fraser, CEO of Citigroup, is among the banking executives travelling with Trump. Fraser became the first woman to lead a major Wall Street bank when she took over Citigroup in 2021. Citi has maintained a presence in China for more than a century. Fraser last visited China in 2024 for client and regulatory meetings.

GE’s China Push: Larry Culp, CEO of GE Aerospace, is also part of the delegation. Forbes estimates Culp’s net worth at more than $1.8 billion. GE has operated in China for over 40 years through aviation, healthcare and energy businesses. Culp last visited China in 2024 for meetings related to aerospace partnerships and industrial operations.

Goldman’s Dealmaker: David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs, joins the China trip as financial firms seek broader market access. Goldman Sachs received approval for full ownership of its China securities venture in 2020. Solomon last visited China in 2024 for investor and government meetings.

Micron In Spotlight: Sanjay Mehrotra, CEO of Micron Technology, is among the semiconductor executives travelling with Trump. Micron has faced restrictions in China in recent years amid rising technology tensions between the two countries. Mehrotra last visited China in 2024 for supply-chain and customer discussions.

Qualcomm At Table: Cristiano Amon, CEO of Qualcomm, rounds out the confirmed executive list. Qualcomm is a major supplier of smartphones and wireless technology used by Chinese device makers. He last visited China in 2024 for talks related to mobile chips, licensing and artificial intelligence partnerships.