China Urges Netherlands to Safeguard Chip Supply as ASML Curbs and Nexperia Dispute Strain Ties
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Updated · South China Morning Post · Jul 8
China Urges Netherlands to Safeguard Chip Supply as ASML Curbs and Nexperia Dispute Strain Ties
3 articles · Updated · South China Morning Post · Jul 8
Summary
Wang Wentao told Dutch Trade Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma that Beijing wants fair, predictable treatment for Chinese companies in the Netherlands and more stable semiconductor supply chains.
The appeal comes as ASML export restrictions and the Nexperia dispute keep pressure on bilateral tech ties, prompting Wang to seek resolution of disputes involving affected companies.
Sjoerdsma said he discussed Nexperia with Wang and that both sides were working "extremely well" on the issue, aiming for a clean break from an earlier period of friction.
Beijing also used the meeting to invite more Dutch investment in China and to press the Netherlands to play a constructive role within the EU on broader market access.