Beijing, April 28, 2025 — China-Germany (China-Europe) Hidden Champions Forum 2025, a landmark event that fosters cross-border collaboration between China and Europe, will convene from May 25 to 27 in Beijing’s Shunyi District. The forum is jointly hosted by the Shunyi District People's Government of Beijing Municipality and the Senate of Economy Europe, with co-initiators including the International Cooperation Center of National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), Akademie Deutscher Weltmarktführer (ADWM), and the DEZ German European Centre for SME Cooperation in China.

Key Upgrades: Elevating Global Impact

1. Expanded Global Reach

The forum will host 600+ attendees, including 200+ European delegates from governments, industry-leading “hidden champion” SMEs, and research institutions—doubling international participation from its 2024 debut, underscoring Europe’s growing engagement with China’s innovation ecosystem.

2. Action-Driven Agenda

Adopting a “1+5+N” framework, the event features:

• A main summit on China-European industrial integration;
• Five thematic sessions addressing end-to-end industrial chain synergy, China-Europe SMEs cross-learning, cross-border investment, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, and intelligent connected new energy vehicles;
• Networking hubs for deal-making and partnerships, including a themed exhibition and interaction area on “learning from the best”.

1. Tailored Solutions for Global SMEs

Responding to feedback from European firms, the forum will spotlight:

• Policy clarity: Deep dives into China's opening-up policies, highlighting Beijing's commitment to openness in market access, industrial development, and technology collaboration;
• Operational insights: Case studies from representatives of hidden champions, "Little Giant" SMEs, and multinational giants on navigating China’s hybrid business landscape;
• Addressing “last-mile” barriers: “Business Facilitation Matchmaking Session” to streamline services for enterprises entering Beijing.

Strategic Vision: A New Paradigm Redefining Industrial Synergy

“This forum isn’t just about dialogue—it’s about forging a New Paradigm for China-Germany (Europe) Industrial Collaboration,” said Fu Baozong of International Cooperation Center of NDRC. Key initiatives include:

• Tackling Shared Challenges in China-Germany Industrial Chain Collaboration: Establish a pivotal platform for dialogue and a financial bond to empower two-way value chain synergy between Chinese and German enterprises;
• Commemorating 50 Years of China-EU Diplomatic Ties: Aligned with the 50th anniversary of China-EU diplomatic relations in 2025, the forum operationalizes leadership consensus on deepening economic and technological cooperation. It serves as a forward-looking initiative to present “Beijing’s blueprint” for advancing China-Europe collaboration;
• Promoting in-depth cooperation: Catalyze deep cooperation between Chinese and German hidden champions through policy coordination mechanisms, technology matchmaking, and market access partnerships to unlock bilateral potential, pioneer a new industrial paradigm, and inject sustainable momentum into global economic recovery.

Why Shunyi? Beijing’s Gateway to Europe

As Beijing’s gateway of international exchanges, Shunyi District exemplifies China’s “dual circulation” strategy:

• Home to 1,000+ foreign enterprises, including Bosch and Mercedes-Benz R&D Center;
• A €30 billion industrial base in intelligent vehicles and aerospace, powered by 119 German-funded firms;
• Internationally-Oriented Lifestyle Setting: Boasted with comprehensive international-standard facilities, abundant high-quality educational resources, and advanced medical services, the area hosts 11 international schools and 13 international medical institutions, fostering a vibrant cosmopolitan community.
• “Shunyi isn’t just a location—it’s a bridge,” noted Simon Frank of the Senate of Economy Europe. “Here, EU startups scale faster, and Chinese innovators access Europe’s niche markets.”

Voices from the Frontlines

• Beken Planer (Expert Advisor of CGEHC2024): By leveraging the mutual learning of experiences among hidden champion enterprises, we aim to unlock greater cooperation potential between Chinese and German (European) enterprises and inject new momentum into Shunyi's industrial upgrading.
• Bernd Wank (A representative of European hidden champions): “I am keenly looking forward to exploring new opportunities through this forum, particularly in fields such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and smart connected new energy vehicles (NEVs).”
• Berlin TV Media Team: As a key media partner, Berlin TV will spotlight the dynamic potential of China-Germany collaboration through innovative storytelling, blending data-driven insights with on-the-ground perspectives from industry pioneers.

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