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May 27th, 2026

Netherlands: Trade minister Sjoerdsma to travel to China with delegation

Dutch Trade Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma will travel to China in early July with a business delegation. The trip will take him to Beijing and Shanghai and comes against a backdrop of growing tensions over semiconductor exports and major industrial companies such as ASML and Nexperia.

By Amelie Richter

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News | Semiconductors

May 14th, 2026

ASML: Opposition to new US restrictions

The Netherlands wants to prevent economic losses for the chip equipment manufacturer ASML. It is officially objecting to a proposed US law.

By Amelie Richter

Talk of the Town | Technology

February 10th, 2026

Netherlands: How the new cabinet is readjusting relations with China

The new Dutch government is starting with a clear message regarding China: the People's Republic remains a partner – but at a distance. With executive moves such as Tom Berendsen and Sjoerd Sjoerdsma, The Hague is focusing on security and strategy.

By Amelie Richter