Chip export thaw: China exempts some Nexperia products from ban; signals easing with Europe

China has partially eased tensions with European businesses by exempting certain Nexperia semiconductor products from an export ban. This move follows a dispute with Dutch authorities and anxieties over potential chip shortages, with Beijing signaling a willingness to grant exemptions for qualifying exports. The announcement came as Chinese and EU officials held talks on export controls and supply chain issues.