Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang met with SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won in Taipei on the sidelines of Computex 2025 to discuss the future of artificial intelligence memory cooperation, as the two companies look to build on an already significant partnership in AI infrastructure.

What the Meeting Covered

According to a post on SK Group's official Facebook account, the meeting was partly convened to mark a landmark moment: SK Hynix reaching a market capitalisation of US$1 trillion. The executives used the occasion to reflect on joint achievements in AI memory and, according to the post, to 'reaffirm their commitment to opening a new chapter in AI infrastructure.'

Both Huang and Chey were already in the Taiwanese capital attending Computex, one of Asia's largest technology trade shows, making the bilateral sit-down a natural extension of the event's broader agenda.

Seoul Visit and Planned Meetings

Huang's Taipei engagements are a prelude to a high-profile visit to South Korea, expected to begin Thursday night. On Friday, he is scheduled to hold a series of meetings with the heads of major South Korean conglomerates, according to industry sources.

Among those expected to attend are SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo, and Lee Hae-jin, founder and chairman of Naver's board. Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung is also reportedly considering joining the discussions. Kim Taek-jin, CEO of South Korean gaming company NC Corp., is expected to meet Huang on Sunday.

A closed-door session with local robotics and AI startups — including Upstage, a contender in a government-led competition for a homegrown AI foundation model — is said to be planned for the following Monday in Seoul.

Beyond Chips: Robotics and Physical AI on the Agenda

Business observers note that the upcoming Seoul talks could expand well beyond AI semiconductor cooperation. Huang had earlier cited robotics as a potential area for investment in South Korea ahead of his visit. Industry watchers say the discussions are likely to touch on physical AI — an emerging field focused on integrating AI with real-world machines and systems — signalling a broader strategic ambition for Nvidia in the region.

Public Excitement and Huang's Previous Seoul Visit

Huang's visit has already generated notable public interest in South Korea. An individual identified only as 'Jun' reportedly created an online map tracking his possible movements and related news reports, which drew attention online ahead of the trip.

This comes amid memories of Huang's previous Seoul visit in October, during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) CEO Summit in Gyeongju, when he joined Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and Hyundai's Chung for a late-night meal of Korean fried chicken and beer — the popular combination known as 'chimaek' — a moment that captured widespread public attention.

With AI memory demand surging and physical AI emerging as the next frontier, Huang's Korea tour is shaping up as one of the most consequential technology diplomacy visits to the peninsula in recent years.