Finbarr Bermingham

Finbarr Bermingham, Senior Europe Correspondent for the South China Morning Post, brings insightful analysis to the evolving EU-China relationship from Brussels. He discusses the impact of sanctions and diverging EU member state interests, emphasizing the shifting dynamics prompted by U.S. policies. Bermingham highlights China's diplomatic approach and the complexities of Europe’s dual strategy. Additionally, he reflects on personal experiences from his upbringing in Northern Ireland, adding depth to the geopolitical discussion.

Finbarr Bermingham, Brussels correspondent for the South China Morning Post, delves into the intriguing Nexperia semiconductor dispute, illustrating the clash between U.S. pressures and European strategies. He reveals how the Netherlands invoked a Cold War law to seize control of Nexperia amid fears of technology transfer to China. The discussion also touches on China's retaliatory export controls and the complexities of European policies, highlighting how the saga could reshape EU investment strategies and the dynamics between China and Europe.

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