Dutch PM Jetten Discusses ASML Export Curbs With Trump, Signals Confidence in Deal
Dutch PM Rob Jetten spoke with US President Donald Trump about shielding ASML from new export restrictions, expressing confidence a workable agreement will be reached.
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten has held talks with US President Donald Trump aimed at preventing new export restrictions from affecting semiconductor equipment maker ASML, according to an interview Jetten gave to Bloomberg TV.
The discussions covered the MATCH Act and what Jetten described as the importance of protecting the semiconductor industry. The Netherlands is home to ASML, one of the world's most significant suppliers of advanced chipmaking equipment, making the company a central consideration in US-led efforts to tighten controls on semiconductor technology exports.
Jetten indicated optimism about the outcome of the conversations. "I'm pretty confident we will come to some agreement that is workable for each and every one," he said.
The talks underline the continuing sensitivity of export-control policy for the global semiconductor supply chain, where US measures can have direct consequences for allied firms and their home governments. No further details of the discussions were provided.