On November 20. 2025. Jorge Toledo, the EU Ambassador to China, spoke at the 10th China Global Think Tanks Innovation Annual Conference in Beijing. He expressed that the EU is eager to continue promoting steady progress in China-EU relations. He specifically mentioned that the latest developments in the Nexperia semiconductor incident are “good news” for China-EU relations. Ambassador Toledo emphasized that the EU is a unified entity and will not make uncertain decisions in high-risk areas. He also pointed out that the EU welcomes Chinese companies to invest in Europe, particularly in expanding production capacity and creating jobs.
Nexperia is a global leader in automotive-grade semiconductor manufacturing, headquartered in the Netherlands. The company is controlled by the Chinese company Wingtech, which also owns an important packaging and testing factory in Dongguan, China. In September 2025. the Dutch government suspended part of Nexperia’s operations and implemented temporary measures, citing “national security” concerns. The Dutch authorities accused Nexperia of “governance deficiencies” and expressed fears that the company’s controlled technologies could pose a threat to national security. This action sparked strong reactions from both China and the Netherlands, especially affecting the supply chain at Nexperia’s Chinese facilities, causing potential production interruptions for European automakers and related industries.
In response to the Dutch government’s hardline stance, China’s Ministry of Commerce retaliated by announcing a ban on Nexperia China’s exports of certain products, particularly key chips destined for overseas markets. This escalated tensions between China and the EU, with global automotive manufacturers, including Germany’s Bosch, publicly expressing concerns over the potential disruption of production due to chip shortages.
However, after several rounds of dialogue and negotiation, particularly in early November 2025. China and the Netherlands reached a preliminary resolution on the Nexperia export control issue. China agreed to gradually resume the export of automotive chips, while the EU pledged not to impose excessive restrictions on Chinese companies, particularly in key industries and technology sectors.
Ambassador Toledo further clarified the EU’s position, stating that EU member states do not act unilaterally but rather cooperate with China under a common policy framework. Regarding the Nexperia incident, he remarked that the progress made reflected the ability of both China and the EU to address challenges through dialogue and rational coordination, rather than confrontation.
In this context, Ambassador Toledo also emphasized the EU’s welcoming attitude toward Chinese companies investing in Europe, particularly in enhancing production capacity and creating jobs. The EU sees China as an important trading partner and hopes to deepen bilateral exchanges and cooperation in areas such as semiconductors, automobiles, and manufacturing.
As a company dedicated to global semiconductor innovation and technological development, Jeenoce closely monitors the ongoing changes in the semiconductor industry and international policies. We believe that the latest developments in the Nexperia incident will have a profound impact on China-EU relations, particularly in terms of global supply chain security and industrial stability.
The Nexperia incident highlights the increasing intersection of technology and security in a globalized world. The balance between national economic security and global supply chains has become a core focus of national policies. We believe that the progress made through dialogue and consultation between China and the EU will bring more opportunities for the global semiconductor industry, particularly in strengthening cross-border cooperation and advancing industrial upgrades.
As a leading semiconductor company, Jeenoce will continue to closely monitor China-EU cooperation in the technological field. We believe that the EU’s open attitude toward Chinese investment, especially in technology, will offer new business opportunities for companies like Jeenoce with an international perspective. Our business spans multiple areas, including automotive-grade semiconductors and industrial-grade chips. Moving forward, we will continue to strengthen technical exchanges and cooperation with European companies, promoting deeper integration in areas such as smart manufacturing, autonomous driving, and energy management.
As the global technology industry continues to evolve, cross-border cooperation is playing an increasingly important role in driving technological innovation and global economic growth. In the future, Jeenoce will continue to uphold the principle of “win-win cooperation,” seeking more collaborative opportunities globally to contribute to the prosperity and sustainable development of the global semiconductor industry. We look forward to exploring more potential for technological cooperation with the EU and other Chinese companies to face the challenges and opportunities of future technological transformations.
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