Nexperia row shows how China is weaponising EU relationship - and winning

The Dutch government's takeover of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned chip factory, nearly halted the European car industry, highlighting the tensions in EU-China relations. Experts warn that China is using its control over vital chip and mineral supplies as leverage against Europe, which they describe as a 'sword of Damocles.' Recently, Beijing announced it would ease restrictions on automotive chip supplies to the EU, alleviating immediate concerns for car manufacturers. This situation underscores the complexities of global supply chains and the geopolitical implications of dependency on Chinese resources.