第八届进博会｜中欧企业联盟在进博会上迎来新成员

Group 1 - The core theme of the China-Europe Entrepreneurs Conference is to enhance cooperation and innovation between Chinese and European businesses, emphasizing mutual advantages and stability in a complex international landscape [1] - The conference, held alongside the China International Import Expo, serves as a significant platform for deepening China-Europe economic and trade cooperation, with nearly 800 representatives from around 20 European countries participating [1] - The China-Europe Business Alliance welcomed 12 new members, increasing its membership from 52 to 120 since its establishment in 2021, including 50 Fortune Global 500 companies, highlighting the growing collaboration in economic and trade sectors [1] Group 2 - The bilateral trade between China and Europe is projected to exceed $780 billion in 2024, with a growth rate of 4.3% in the first three quarters of this year, indicating strong economic ties [2] - China has been actively promoting technological innovation and open cooperation, contributing positively to China-Europe economic relations, with rapid growth in bilateral trade with over 10 European countries [2] - Investment opportunities are expanding in sectors such as renewable energy, power batteries, and biopharmaceuticals, reflecting a diversification of cooperation areas [2] Group 3 - Financial platforms play a crucial role in supporting businesses in cross-border operations, with institutions like the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China providing comprehensive support in areas such as cross-border settlement and financing [3] - The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, as the chair of the China-Europe Business Alliance, emphasizes the importance of financial cooperation in enhancing infrastructure connectivity and promoting mutual recognition of financial standards [3] - The shared goals of economic scale and green development between China and the EU can lead to further trade and investment openness, contributing to global economic stability [3]