Dear VDMA member,

We warmly invite you to join us on October 30 for an exclusive presentation of the VDMA China Business Climate Survey – Autumn 2026. More than 200 VDMA members with business in China have shared their experiences and expectations, offering a valuable opportunity to compare your own perspective with those of your peers. Together, we will explore how members assess the current business situation, which sectors are performing particularly well, and what trends are shaping their outlook. This time, we have also taken a closer look at "China going global." What is driving Chinese companies' overseas expansion? How is it affecting your business? And where do opportunities—and risks—arise when working with Chinese partners?

To put these findings into a broader economic context, we are pleased to welcome a guest speaker from Forvis Mazars, an international consulting firm, for a presentation on:

China's Two-Speed Economy: Growth, Pressure and Pockets of Opportunity

What the Macroeconomic Picture Means for Machinery Manufacturers

China's economy is moving at different speeds. Advanced manufacturing and selected growth industries are forging ahead, while other parts of the economy face cautious investment and continued pressure. Our guest speaker will examine the forces behind this divergence, explain how key economic indicators are evolving, and explore what this means for German machinery manufacturers—from customers' investment decisions to competitive positioning and future growth opportunities.

We look forward to discussing the findings with you, hearing your perspective, and exploring what these developments could mean for your business.

Event details:

• Date: Friday, October 30, 2026
• Time: 15:30 – 17:00 (Chinese time)/ 8:30 – 10:00 (German time)
• Platform: online via MS Teams
• Participation fee: Free of charge for survey participants.

Following the event agenda for your reference.

• 15:00 Welcome by VDMA
• 15:05 China's Two-Speed Economy: Growth, Pressure and Pockets of Opportunity by Hannes Braun – Head of German Desk, Forvis Mazars in China
• 15:35 Q&A Session: Macroeconomic Situation in China
• 15:50 Result Sharing: VDMA China Business Climate Survey Autumn 2026 by Claudia Barkowsky, Chief Representative, VDMA China Beijing Representative Office
• 16:10 Q&A Session: Survey Results (Discussion on industry-specific findings)
• 16:30 End of Meeting

Join us and bring your questions—we would be delighted to welcome you.