Dutch officials to fly to China to discuss the Nexperia dispute
Dutch officials will head to China next week to negotiate over the Nexperia crisis, with Minister Karremans keen on finding a solution.
Published on November 13, 2025
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Dutch officials are set to travel to China next week to discuss the ongoing dispute over the Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia. The announcement came through a short statement released by the Ministry. The Netherlands seized control of Nexperia in September 2025, citing national security concerns, triggering a furious response from Beijing that disrupted global car production. The Minister of Economic Affairs, Vincent Karremans, told The Guardian that he would make the same decision again, but is now seeking a diplomatic solution to restore chip exports and repair supply chains.
The trip follows a period of strained relations after the Dutch government's intervention on September 30, 2025, when it seized control of Nexperia, a chipmaker owned by Chinese interests. This move, citing concerns about European economic security, led China to block exports of Nexperia chips, significantly impacting the automotive industry. Karremans, in an interview, stood by his decision, emphasizing its importance as a 'wake-up call'. However, the focus now shifts to resolving the export ban and mending disrupted supply chains.
Although the exact departure date remains undisclosed, a spokesperson confirmed to national broadcaster NOS that the trip is planned for either Monday or Tuesday. The primary goal is to address the export restrictions imposed by China, which have particularly affected the automotive sector, given Nexperia's role as a key supplier of chips for various car components.
China's position on Nexperia
China has, from the very beginning, opposed the takeover, establishing an export ban on the chips made in China. These components are particularly critical for the automotive industry, which accordingly experienced disruptions. Last week, Beijing lifted the ban.
Minister Karremans mentioned ongoing communication with the German auto industry and other manufacturers to monitor the chip deliveries, stating that further actions from the Dutch government would depend on the reliable resumption of these supplies. China has called for a full reversal of the Dutch government's decision, also calling for Germany's support.