Trump Says No Concern Over Alleged Chinese Role In US Data Centre Opposition

US President Donald Trump has dismissed concerns over alleged Chinese influence in opposition to data centre projects in the United States, saying he is not worried about any such interference. His remarks came during an interaction at the White House on Thursday, where he also addressed broader issues related to US-China relations and artificial intelligence infrastructure development.

Responding to questions about whether China was funding movements opposing data centre expansion in the US, Trump rejected the suggestion outright. He said he was “not worried” about such claims and instead pointed to ongoing diplomatic engagement between Washington and Beijing, describing recent meetings between the two sides as positive and constructive.

Trump further downplayed concerns about espionage or surveillance between the two countries, stating that both the United States and China possess advanced technological capabilities. He suggested that mutual suspicion in areas such as phone tapping and intelligence gathering is not unusual given the strategic competition between the two global powers.

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A significant portion of his remarks focused on artificial intelligence and energy policy, which he described as central to US economic competitiveness. Trump emphasised that access to large and reliable energy supplies is essential for the growth of AI infrastructure, noting that global leadership in the sector depends heavily on power availability and technological capacity.

He also highlighted steps taken by his administration to accelerate approvals for energy-intensive technology projects. According to Trump, companies building large-scale AI facilities are increasingly being allowed to develop their own dedicated power generation systems to ensure stable electricity supply without straining existing grids. He said this approach is critical to supporting the expansion of data centres and advanced computing systems.

US-China relations continue to be shaped by competition in trade, technology, and energy, with artificial intelligence emerging as a key area of strategic rivalry. Trump referenced China multiple times during his remarks, including its energy policies and coal usage, while reiterating his administration’s focus on strengthening domestic capabilities in AI and infrastructure development to maintain technological leadership.

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