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Dutch Minister Admits Being “Blindsided” by China’s Nexperia Retaliation

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In a stunning display of foresight that would impress a goldfish, Dutch Economy Minister Vincent Karremans has bravely admitted he was “blindsided” when China retaliated against his government’s seizure of a Chinese-owned company. [1] The admission confirms what many suspected: the Dutch government’s plan had all the strategic depth of a puddle. In a move […]

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The Nexperia Saga: A High-Stakes Chip War Shakes the Global Auto Industry

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The global automotive industry is facing a new crisis, this time centered on a Dutch chipmaker with Chinese ownership. The recent takeover of Nexperia by the Dutch government has sent shockwaves through the industry, exposing the vulnerabilities of global supply chains and escalating the tech rivalry between the US and China. This article delves into

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Nexperia’s Chinese Subsidiary Navigates Supply Chain Disruptions with Domestic Partners

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In a move that highlights the shifting dynamics of the global semiconductor industry, the Chinese subsidiary of Dutch chipmaker Nexperia is turning to domestic suppliers to maintain production amidst a suspension of wafer supplies from its European facilities. This development comes as Nexperia, which is owned by China’s Wingtech Technology, faces scrutiny from Dutch authorities

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The Nexperia Saga Ends Not with a Bang, but with China Holding All the Chips

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In a stunning conclusion to a month of geopolitical posturing, the Nexperia chip crisis appears to be resolved. But this is no victory for Europe. Instead, it’s a masterclass in strategic maneuvering by China, leaving the Dutch government and Nexperia’s European headquarters as little more than humiliated spectators in their own game. A Self-Inflicted Wound

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6 Billion Chips a Month: How the Netherlands Sacrificed Europe’s Auto Industry for Nothing

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The Dutch government’s seizure of Nexperia has backfired spectacularly. China’s export ban on 6 billion chips per month is now crippling the European and US auto industries, proving the foolishness of starting a trade war with a manufacturing superpower.

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