“德企之乡”酿出中德合作新滋味

Group 1 - The Taicang Beer Carnival, which started in 2006, has become a significant cultural and economic bridge between China and Germany, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year [1][2] - The event reflects the deep-rooted cooperation between Taicang and German enterprises, with over 560 German companies now established in the region, marking Taicang as a hub for German businesses in China [1][3] - The carnival symbolizes the cultural integration and emotional resonance between the two nations, evolving from a simple gathering to a major city event that showcases Taicang's development as a "German enterprise hometown" [2][3] Group 2 - Taicang has developed a comprehensive "German enterprise ecosystem" over the past 30 years, expanding cooperation beyond economic sectors to include culture, education, and sports [3][6] - The city has hosted various cultural events and exchanges, such as the "Taicang Day" in Germany, which highlights the depth of cooperation in trade, education, and culture [4][6] - The establishment of dual vocational training centers in Taicang has supported the local German enterprises by providing a skilled workforce, with over 10,000 trained professionals [7] Group 3 - Taicang's strategic location near Shanghai and its robust transportation network have made it an attractive destination for German companies, with a significant number of them being industry leaders [5][6] - The city has initiated the planning of a Sino-German industrial cooperation demonstration zone to enhance economic collaboration and facilitate the entry of German enterprises [8] - Recent projects, including the establishment of a brand factory by Henkel and expansions by other leading companies, indicate a growing confidence among German firms in Taicang [9][10]