Woman in Nvidia spying case entered Taiwan on Hong Kong passport
Taiwan's immigration agency confirmed that Alice Huang, accused of spying for China while having an affair with Nvidia chief Jensen Huang, used a Hong Kong passport to enter Taiwan. Authorities say her permit has been revoked and they are reviewing procedures.
Taiwan's National Immigration Agency confirmed on Wednesday that the woman accused of spying for China during an affair with Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang used a Hong Kong passport to enter the island. Director-General Lin Horng-en told reporters: 'Our government's relevant agencies are fully informed of the relevant records and information. We were aware of all her relevant entry and exit records.'
Alice Huang, a Chinese former executive at Singapore-based Megaspeed, is alleged by US officials to have been working for Chinese intelligence. Jensen Huang has admitted to the affair, but Beijing has rejected the spying allegations. Nvidia's board announced on Sunday that it had opened a probe into the chief executive and co-founder, who is no relation to Alice Huang.
It is generally easier for Hong Kong passport holders to enter Taiwan than those with mainland Chinese passports, who must also apply for special permission to travel there. The additional restrictions are partly due to the complex relations between China and Taiwan, which Beijing claims and has vowed to bring under its control.
Taiwan's Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang said Alice Huang 'did indeed enter the country, but she is currently overseas'. She told lawmakers: 'If we had known she was a spy, we certainly would not have let her enter Taiwan. We will review our procedures, specifically our pre-screening, interim spot checks and interviews, and post-visit measures.' Liu added: 'As far as we understand, this Ms Huang has had her permit revoked, meaning it is impossible for her to enter Taiwan again.' On Tuesday, Liu said Taiwan's 'national security units are actively investigating the matter'.
Alice Huang, also known as Huang Le, was seen at a dinner in May 2025 hosted by Jensen Huang at a Chinese restaurant in Taipei during Computex, the island's top tech expo. Press livestreams show Jensen Huang putting his arm around Alice Huang as she kisses him on the right cheek.