President Trump recently called for the resignation of Intel (NASDAQ:INTC) CEO Lip-Bu Tan over his alleged links to Chinese companies. Although the president shifted gears on Tuesday after meeting with Tan at the White House,

Intel (INTC) shares are extending gains this morning after President Donald Trump said he’s met with Lip-Bu Tan, the chipmaker’s current chief executive, and even called him a “success.” The president’s remarks are significant since they arrive only days after he called Tan “highly CONFLICTED” and demanded that he resigns immediately.

Intel shares rose in Monday’s after-hours session after Trump softened his stance on CEO Lip-Bu Tan following a White House meeting, according to Benzinga. Last week, Trump urged Tan to resign over alleged China ties raised by Sen.