Zhang Xuezheng

Zhang Xuezheng is the former CEO of Nexperia, a Dutch chipmaker acquired by China's Wingtech. He is currently newsworthy due to a legal battle surrounding Nexperia's governance and control. A Dutch court has upheld his suspension and ordered an investigation into the company, a setback for Wingtech. This follows concerns that Wingtech sought to move Nexperia's technology to China, a claim reportedly known to Dutch officials for years. The situation has escalated into a diplomatic dispute between China and the Netherlands, with China demanding the Netherlands cease its attempts to control Nexperia, accusing them of causing a crisis in global supply chains. The case highlights tensions surrounding technology transfer, national security, and the control of strategic assets in the semiconductor industry.