Core Viewpoint - Corning Inc. views China as a core engine for global innovation and growth, with significant investments and operations across multiple sectors in the country [1][2]. Investment and Operations - Corning has invested over $9 billion in China over 45 years, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion. The company has established 21 manufacturing plants, one R&D center, and three technology centers in China, employing over 6,000 people [2]. - The company plans to increase its investment in China by an additional $500 million this year, bringing total investments to $9.5 billion [3][9]. Business Segments - In the display technology sector, over 70% of Corning's production facilities are located in mainland China, including six production bases and two joint ventures [2]. - Corning is expanding its capacity in optical communications, with local production of high-end optical fibers planned for this year [2]. - The company has localized production of Gorilla Glass in China, set to begin in 2024, and has established a unique automotive glass solutions factory in Hefei [2]. Market Dynamics - Corning's sales in China are largely insulated from U.S.-China trade tensions, with 80% of sales produced domestically or in bonded zones, and only 5% imported from the U.S. [4][11]. - The company is focusing on high-growth areas in China, such as automotive, display technology, and optical communications, driven by local demand for advanced technology and products [8]. Strategic Outlook - Corning emphasizes the importance of local production and service, with a raw material localization rate of 92%, minimizing the impact of international trade fluctuations [11]. - The company remains optimistic about China's long-term economic growth and the investment environment, noting the government's welcoming stance towards foreign investment and improvements in the business climate [11].