Hannover Messe highlights importance of Germany-China cooperation in Sustainable Industry

German industry insiders who are attending the Hannover Messe, the world's largest industrial show, say that it is of vital importance to foster stronger cooperation in sustainable development with China as the two countries can share experience with each other when faced with a series of challenges amid industrial transformation.

The industrial trade fair kicked off on Monday with a clear emphasis on carbon-neutral production and hydrogen fuel cells.

The exhibition, focusing on "energizing a sustainable industry," runs until Friday and has attracted almost 4,000 exhibitors from around 60 countries and regions.

Among them, Chinese exhibitors accounted for 30 percent of the participants, second only to the host Germany, according to the organizer.

German firms, industrial clusters and professional agencies have extended welcome to their Chinese peers, expressing the hope that the two sides can exchange views on technological trends in the latest industrial fields and new cooperation opportunities.

"We have continued to expand our cooperation with China, especially in the fields of industrial technology innovation, climate protection, sustainable development, intelligent mobility and artificial intelligence (AI). China is making major breakthroughs [in the sectors mentioned above]. We can learn from each other and grow together," said Stephan A. Vogelskamp, managing director of automotiveland.nrw.

The booth of "Invest in China" has made its seventh consecutive appearance at the show, providing a panorama of cooperation between China and Germany for visitors.

Those who visited the booth said that there is huge potential for cooperation between the two sides in both traditional sectors such as mechanical manufacturing and automobiles and emerging sectors including digitalization and AI.

"Germany and China can learn from each other in many areas, especially at a time when the global economy is being rocked by trade disputes. Germany and its most important trading partner - China - should work together for fair competition and win-win cooperation on important occasions, including the Hannover Messe," said Volker Treier, chief executive of Foreign Trade with the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK).

Established in 1947, the Hannover Messe is known as one of the leading industrial trade fairs worldwide.

Hannover Messe highlights importance of Germany-China cooperation in Sustainable Industry

On his second official visit to China, Prime Minister of the Republic of Vanuatu Charlot Salwai expressed admiration for China's remarkable ability to balance preserving its cultural heritage with embracing innovative transformation.

Salwai paid an official visit to China from July 7 to 12. During his trip, he toured the southern province of Guangdong and explored the megacities of Beijing and Shanghai. His visit included tours of high-tech companies, a ride on a high-speed train, and a performance of traditional Cantonese opera.

In an interview with China Central Television Network (CCTV) aired on Friday, Salwai recounted his journey starting with a warm welcome that included enjoying Beijing Roast Duck, also known as Peking Duck -- a culinary delight introduced to him by the Chinese ambassador in Vanuatu.

"Many had to say. Peking Duck. Because we had it here on our arrival, so it was very tasty. And I understand that the Chinese ambassador in Vanuatu brought us to one of the traditional restaurants, small but beautiful," he said. The prime minister sees China's preservation of its culture as a vital lesson in understanding one's roots and the journey to the present day, acknowledging China's efforts to integrate cultural preservation with modernization.

"It's going to be my second official visit to China. I'm always impressed to see big changes and especially innovations made by China and especially the cities. Because a big impression is to see how China continues to maintain and keep its culture. Because I think it's the basis of everything -- to know where you come from and to understand where we are today. I feel that China is doing a lot to maintain its culture, but at the same time, doing, innovating to transform its culture,” Salwai said.

He also emphasized the importance of learning from China's sustainable development strategies.

"Today, it comes from a long way, some hardship, the government, and also the people of China. So, I'm impressed to see what is done, especially how China associates infrastructure development with nature. That's meant to keep, continue to keep the environment. It takes effort with the climate change by maintaining the ecosystem. I think it's something that, for a small country like Vanuatu, is important to learn. So, we are here. I'm here with my delegation to learn," Salwai said.

Vanuatu's PM commends China's cultural preservation, innovation amid fast growth