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Core Viewpoint - The conflict between Pirelli and its Chinese controlling shareholder, China National Chemical Corporation (CNRC), has escalated sharply, particularly regarding the proposal to spin off the smart tire business, which was rejected by Pirelli's board on February 5, 2023 [1][9]. Group 1: Board Decision and Management Stance - The board voted 9 in favor and 5 against the proposal to separate the smart tire business, affirming CEO Andrea Casaluci's view that this business must remain integrated within the group [3][12]. - Pirelli's management stated that any form of separation would "irreversibly damage the integrated business model," leading to delays in R&D, increased costs, and loss of synergies, potentially resulting in significant value destruction [3][12]. Group 2: Regulatory Challenges and Market Implications - The focus of the conflict is Pirelli's smart tire technology, which is crucial for future autonomous driving and has been adopted by several high-end car manufacturers and Italian transport authorities [5][14]. - The U.S. government's import ban on key hardware and software for connected vehicles will take effect in March 2026, posing a risk of Pirelli's smart products being banned from the U.S. market, which accounts for 25% of Pirelli's global revenue [5][14]. Group 3: Shareholder Dynamics and Future Prospects - Due to unmet U.S. regulatory requirements, Pirelli's second-largest shareholder, Camfin, and MTP & C. SpA, have decided not to renew their shareholder agreement with CNRC, which expires on May 18 [7][15]. - CNRC's influence within Pirelli is diminishing, as the Italian government has restricted CNRC's access to strategic data and CEO appointments, while a €500 million debt-to-equity swap in early 2026 will further dilute CNRC's stake [7][15]. - CNRC is now considering reducing its stake to below 10% or even exiting Pirelli entirely, reflecting a shift from a controlling position to a more pragmatic exit strategy [7][15][16]. Group 4: Historical Context and Future Outlook - The partnership between Pirelli and CNRC, which began in 2015 with a €7.1 billion investment, is now facing dissolution due to U.S. national security concerns [9][16]. - With the impending U.S. ban and the expiration of the shareholder agreement, time is running out for both Pirelli and CNRC, raising questions about the future dynamics of the global tire industry [9][16].