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The Dutch government ousted Nexperia’s Chinese CEO in Dec. 2025 under U.S. pressure, citing national security, disrupting operations and highlighting global supply chain risks.
The Dutch government removed Nexperia’s Chinese CEO in December 2025 under U.S. pressure over national security concerns, invoking its Goods Availability Act to appoint a local director.
The move, aimed at safeguarding European semiconductor production, has caused internal disruption, with Chinese facilities reportedly disregarding Dutch directives.
Nexperia, a major global chipmaker with 80% of its production in China, manufactures foundational components like diodes and MOSFETs essential to electronics worldwide.
The intervention highlights growing geopolitical risks in global supply chains, potentially undermining European tech sovereignty despite its intent.
El gobierno holandés expulsó al CEO chino de Nexperia en diciembre de 2025 bajo la presión de los Estados Unidos, citando la seguridad nacional, la interrupción de las operaciones y destacando los riesgos de la cadena de suministro global.