新华社：德企“抢名额”随行访华，说明了什么？

Group 1 - German Chancellor Merz's visit to China on February 25-26 marks his first official trip since taking office, with a high level of interest from the business community, as the number of applicants far exceeded available spots, including about 30 executives from leading German companies in sectors such as automotive, chemicals, biopharmaceuticals, machinery, and circular economy [1][4] - The pragmatic logic behind this confidence is rooted in the robust economic cooperation between China and Germany, with trade volumes exceeding $200 billion in recent years and bilateral investment stock surpassing $65 billion, accounting for nearly one-fourth of the total scale between China and the EU [2][4] - The Chinese market supports 1 million jobs in Germany and has attracted over 5,000 German companies to invest, making it not only a significant sales destination but also a stable growth space for German enterprises [2][4] Group 2 - The deep integration of Sino-German industrial cooperation provides continuous growth momentum for German companies, moving beyond simple trade to mutual learning in technology, standards, and innovation systems [5][6] - German companies are increasingly investing in R&D and innovation in China, with a focus on smart driving, electrification, and digital upgrades, positioning China as a crucial hub for technological iteration and results transformation [5][6] - A survey indicates that 93% of German companies in China are willing to continue deepening their engagement in the market, driven by China's innovation vitality, domestic demand potential, and policy stability [6]