Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang·2025-09-29 14:34Group 1 - The China-Nordic Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum is set to take place from October 14 to 16 in Wuhan, Hubei, with the theme "Hubei as a Pivot, Smart Chain for the World" [1] - In 2024, trade between China and the Nordic countries reached $53.17 billion, an increase of 8.5% [1] - From January to August this year, trade between China and the Nordic countries amounted to $37.96 billion, showing a year-on-year growth of 7.1%, which is more than double the growth rate of trade between China and Europe during the same period [1] Group 2 - Nordic companies are optimistic about China's economic prospects and view it as a major market for production, sales, and R&D [2] - The electric vehicle and battery industries have emerged as new hotspots for cooperation, with Chinese companies like BYD and NIO successfully entering Nordic markets [2] - Nordic countries have become important markets for Chinese electric vehicle and battery companies, facilitating supply chain cooperation in Europe [2] Group 3 - The China-Nordic Economic and Trade Cooperation Forum is the first and only long-term mechanism specifically for cooperation with Nordic countries, having successfully held six sessions since 2018 [3] - The forum aims to enhance high-level dialogue, promote high-quality cooperation, and ensure that the benefits of cooperation reach enterprises and the public [3]