Dear VDMA member,

Tensions between the U.S. and China have intensified significantly over the past week, marking a new chapter in their ongoing trade dispute.

Join our exclusive online briefing for critical insights into the current state of U.S.–China relations and the far-reaching consequences for global trade and European business.

Date: April 29, 2025

Time: 9am – 10:30am (Chinese time)

Speaker: Mr. Jörg Wuttke, Partner, Partner at DGA-Albright Stonebridge Group (former president of the EUCCC in China)

Platform: online via MS Teams

Participation Fee: RMB 160 per person

Key topics include:

• The current dynamics of U.S.–China relations and the key drivers behind rising tensions

• U.S. tariffs as a geopolitical weapon – and China's response

• The erosion of traditional trade alliances

• Trump-era pressure tactics on Chinese firms – and why European companies with Chinese IP or supply chains may be next

• The reshaping of global supply chains in light of geopolitical frictions

• Strategic recommendations: How should European companies respond?

Further information about the event:

o MS Teams meeting, registration required.

o You will receive access information to the web-meeting one day prior to the event.

o Meeting language: English

Event contact information:

Ms. Vera Wang (Office Assistant)

German Mechanical Engineering Commercial Services (Beijing) Co., Ltd. (GMECS)

Tel: +86 10 8773 0210

Email: Xiudian.wang@chinavdma.org

Best Regards

Claudia Barkowsky