The Chinese Embassy in the Netherlands has strongly objected to the newly imposed regulations limiting exports of advanced semiconductor equipment, asserting that they exploit export control measures and contradict the principles of free trade and international trade rules.
On Friday, the Dutch government issued a ministerial order restricting the export of specific advanced semiconductor equipment, widely believed to be targeting China due to pressure from the United States. In response, China’s Ministry of Commerce issued a statement urging the Netherlands not to impede bilateral cooperation in the semiconductor industry and to refrain from misusing export controls.
In response to the newly imposed restrictions on semiconductor equipment exports by the Dutch government, the Chinese Embassy in the Netherlands has called for an immediate correction of what it deems as mistaken practices. The embassy urged the Netherlands to consider the maintenance of international trade rules and the overall state of China-Netherlands economic and trade cooperation. Additionally, the embassy expressed willingness to collaborate with the Dutch side to explore mutually beneficial solutions and promote the healthy development of bilateral economic and trade relations.
The statement, made in response to media inquiries, highlighted the frequent and varied communication between the two countries on this matter. The Chinese government emphasized the importance of open dialogue and cooperation in the semiconductor sector.
The Dutch government’s decision to impose new restrictions on the export of certain semiconductor equipment aligns with the U.S.-led efforts to curtail the supply of high-tech components to China.
The move is likely to escalate tensions between China and Western nations, as the global semiconductor industry plays a crucial role in various sectors, including defense, electronics, and automotive industries. Restrictions on the export of semiconductor equipment can have significant implications for technological development and international trade relationships.
The response from the Chinese Embassy emphasizes the importance of maintaining fair and open trade practices while urging the Netherlands to reconsider the impact of these restrictions on bilateral cooperation.
The development comes amidst ongoing geopolitical and economic frictions between China and several Western countries, particularly the United States. The control and regulation of advanced technologies, including semiconductors, have become key points of contention in this dynamic.
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