The Netherlands attempted to take over the Chinese enterprise, but was hit by Chinese counterparts, and now the Dutch government is busy with reunification, hoping to meet with Chinese officials in detail, but will China not give this face?
Dutch Economy Minister says he wants to meet with Chinese officials
A few days ago, Dutch Economy Minister Kalemen said that He is expected to meet with Chinese government officials in a few days to discuss how to resolve the deadlock surrounding chip manufacturer Nexperia.
Let's review the ins and outs of things first. September 30 The Dutch government suddenly announced “for national security reasons” that it officially took over the Dutch subsidiary of China’s Zhou Tai Technologies, Anse Semiconductor.The Dutch side explained that the move was to protect European companies’ business and core technologies from being transferred abroad.
But everyone knows that this is just a pretext for the crown.The real background is: the United States is constantly increasing the blockade of semiconductors against China, demanding its allies to jointly "circle" China.The Netherlands, as the headquarters of ASML, has always been the subject of US-focused pressure.
In the past, the Netherlands had been forced to restrict ASML exports to China, and now it is about Chinese enterprises to be loyal to Washington in exchange for a seat in the U.S. technology industry chain. , this is a typical "political operation" with a "security" sign, but it is doing economic bullying.
But China is not a "soft persimmon" that will be bullied by others. After the Dutch action, China immediately launched countermeasures.
On October 4, just a few days after the Netherlands announced its takeover, China's Ministry of Commerce issued an announcement, Implement export controls on Nexperia, prohibiting the cross-border transfer of specific finished chips, discrete components, key materials and core technology formulas in China.
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This directly clogged the "death door" of Anselm Semiconductor, because although Anselm is headquartered in the Netherlands, more than 70% of its production capacity and raw material supply chains are in China. Without the support of Chinese parts and materials, even if the Dutch government "takes over" Anshi, it can only take over a "shell company".
This is like someone else's pot you go, but the pot in the wood fire, manpower, recipe is all in Chinese hands, how do you cook?
The European Automobile Manufacturing Association (ACEA) has recently issued an emergency warning: If Nexperia chip supplies cannot be restored, European car production may face a shutdown crisis within weeks.
This is not alarmist. You know, although Nexperia is not a company that engages in the most cutting-edge chips, it occupies a pivotal position in the field of basic chips for automobiles. Many car companies around the world, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Volkswagen, etc., rely on power chips and control components provided by Nexperia.
Now Nexperia has been "nationalized" by the Dutch government, and the supply chain has been stuck by the Chinese side. Although some European car companies have begun to urgently look for alternative suppliers, automotive-grade chips are not ordinary parts, and another supplier requires re-certification and testing. The cycle can be as short as a few months and as long as more than half a year. There is simply no alternative to be found in the short term.
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At the same time, Nexperia China has also taken tough measures. On October 19, Nexperia (China) sent a letter to all employees, clearly stating: Nexperia Company in China is a Chinese enterprise operating independently according to law, and its legal representative has the final decision-making power. Employees have the right to refuse to carry out any instructions from abroad without the consent of the PRC legal representative, and it does not constitute a violation of regulations.
This letter is of great significance. It is equivalent to building a "firewall" for companies and employees at the legal level, completely cutting off the chain of intervention by the Dutch government. In other words, The Netherlands wants to take control of Anselm’s global business through an “executive order” – can’t!
This move not only defended the sovereignty of enterprises, but also defended the management right of Chinese enterprises in China, making the Dutch "takeover order" exist in name only.
Today's situation is completely out of control for the Netherlands. For this reason, the Dutch Minister of Economy is eager to meet with Chinese officials, hoping to break the current deadlock.
But China was not in a hurry to respond this time. After all, on issues of principle, China's attitude has always been clear: it will not cause trouble, but it will never be afraid of trouble. The legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises are not to be violated, and the dignity of the state is not to be taken for political transactions.
The drama has evolved to the present day, and how the Netherlands will end, the whole world is watching.