This week marks a crucial moment in US-China relations as Xi Jinping meets Joe Biden in San Francisco after a six-year gap. Amidst a tumultuous period featuring a trade war, pandemic, and tech rivalry, Huawei, a focal point in strained relations, surprised the world by releasing the Mate 60 Pro with a new 5G chip despite US sanctions. The chip, designed and made in China, showcases Huawei's resilience in the face of sanctions. Krishnaswamy notes that designing 5G chips isn't the challenge; mass production is. Huawei, cut off from global chip factories, navigated this obstacle by relying on HiSilicon, its subsidiary. However, obstacles remain on the path to regaining a dominant position in the smartphone market. The ongoing US chip blockade poses a significant challenge, potentially complicating future endeavors for Huawei. Despite a breakthrough in chip manufacturing, Huawei needs to contend with competitors like Qualcomm and Samsung to secure its place in the market.