Tag: chip industry
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Dutch govt urged to mend chip dispute
Background: Nexperia in the Netherlands The Dutch semiconductor group Nexperia, owned by a Chinese parent company, has become a focal point in a dispute that mixes technology policy, corporate governance, and national security concerns. While the Netherlands remains a critical hub for advanced chip manufacturing and research, critics warn that attempts to politicize business decisions…
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Dutch minister warns Europe: a Chinese-owned chipmaker standoff could reshape the car industry
The standoff at the heart of Europe’s car supply chain A bitter six-week dispute between the Dutch government and a Chinese-owned chipmaker operating in the Netherlands has escalated into a critical test for Europe’s approach to strategic technology. The conflict, which centers on control, access, and security concerns over a key component in modern automobiles,…