China and Netherlands Clash Over Nexperia Amid Chip Export Disputes

Tensions between China and the Netherlands have escalated over the control of chipmaker Nexperia. The Dutch government took control of the company in late September 2025 due to national security concerns, prompting China to accuse the Netherlands of prolonging the dispute and disrupting global supply chains. Recent approvals from China for chip export licenses indicate a partial easing of tensions, but the underlying conflict remains unresolved.