Nexperia, a Dutch chip manufacturer, has issued a notice to its employees in China. The communication indicates that the company is withholding access to work accounts and suspending salaries for the Chinese unit. Local news reports detail this action following a letter from the Chinese headquarters. The decision follows a period of increasing tension between the Netherlands and China, primarily due to differing viewpoints on trade and technology. Nexperia stated the restriction is a measure taken to comply with company policy and address ongoing diplomatic discussions. The specific details of the remaining payment schedule remain undisclosed.
Credits: News – South China Morning Post