宝马集团董事长齐普策随德国总理访华：全球紧密协作才能促进汽车产业繁荣共享

Group 1 - BMW Group is intensifying its commitment to the Chinese market, highlighted by the signing of a memorandum of understanding with CATL to enhance collaboration in the battery supply chain and reduce the carbon footprint of electric vehicles [2] - The Chairman of BMW Group, Zipse, emphasized the importance of global cooperation in addressing challenges and fostering innovation, stating that open collaboration is essential for the automotive industry's sustainable development [2] - BMW has invested over 120 billion RMB in its Shenyang production base since 2010, establishing it as a leading center for smart manufacturing and innovation, while also setting a benchmark for digital and green transformation in high-end manufacturing [2] Group 2 - China has increasingly become a strategic hub for BMW's global innovation, with the establishment of four R&D innovation centers and three software companies in the country [3] - The upcoming launch of the new generation BMW iX3 long-wheelbase version at the Beijing Auto Show in April marks the highest level of localization for BMW vehicles to date [3]