Core Insights - The article highlights the significant role of the Yili European Innovation Center in advancing food technology and innovation in the dairy industry, emphasizing its importance as a bridge for Sino-European cooperation in food science [2][4][6]. Group 1: Innovation and Research - The Yili European Innovation Center, established in 2014, has evolved into a key player in food technology collaboration between China and Europe [2]. - The center's new head, Caroline van Loo, aims to explore the application of artificial intelligence in new product formulation and expand partnerships with European research institutions and startups [4][6]. - Over 11 years, the center has achieved substantial results in various cutting-edge technology fields, successfully applying these innovations to Yili's product development [9]. Group 2: Global Strategy - Yili's strategy focuses on consumer needs, driven by innovation and internationalization, to adapt to rapid technological advancements and industry changes [6][7]. - The company has established a global innovation network, starting with the European center and expanding to Oceania and Southeast Asia, to tackle key dairy industry challenges [6][7]. - Collaborations with top global universities and research institutions, such as Wageningen University and Lincoln University, are integral to Yili's research projects in nutrition and health [6][7].