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Mar. 14, 2026
Beijing, March 13, 2026 – The “2026 China International New Energy Vehicle Supply Chain Conference & Going Global Forum” was held in Beijing, organized by the New Energy Vehicle Industry Development Promotion Center of the China Equipment Management Association and the Beijing Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Service Center, and hosted by Yasn International.
The conference focused on discussions around global market trends, the reshaping of technical standards, and the application of AI in the industry. Representatives from 16 embassies in China, executives from vehicle manufacturing companies, and global supply chain experts gathered to explore collaborative development pathways for the new energy vehicle industry in the context of globalization.
Against the backdrop of the accelerated transformation of the global automotive industry, participants generally agree that the new energy vehicle industry is transitioning from a phase of rapid expansion to one of high-quality development.
In his keynote speech, Wei Jinglin, Vice President of the China Equipment Management Association, pointed out that the global automotive industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, with electrification, intelligence, and connectivity deeply integrating and developing.
He made three suggestions:
Uphold the industry's safety bottom line, enhance the self-controllable capacity of core technologies, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
Strengthen collaborative innovation between industry, academia, research, and application, using new types of productive forces to drive industrial upgrades.
Promote mutual recognition of technical standards based on compliance with international rules and push for the high-quality global expansion of the new energy vehicle industry.
Ren Xingzhou, former Director of the Market Economy Institute of the Development Research Center of the State Council, stated that policies related to new energy vehicles are gradually shifting from single-policy support to a systematic policy framework oriented towards high-quality development. In the future, China's new energy vehicle industry will continue to enhance its competitiveness in areas such as technological innovation, quality upgrades, green development, and global expansion.
Xie Yu, Chairman of the New Energy Vehicle Industry Branch of the China Equipment Management Association, proposed the concept of "borderless, win-win" industry cooperation. He believes that the development of the new energy vehicle industry is not only about product competition, but also the result of global supply chain collaboration. The future development of the industry needs to focus on "openness, connection, and trust" as its core principles, driving the formation of a global cooperation network.
Johann Wieland, the initiator of the conference, former CEO of Brilliance BMW, and independent automotive expert, stated that compared to the era of traditional internal combustion engine vehicles, the pace of technological iteration and market competition in the new energy vehicle industry has significantly accelerated. Enterprises not only need to cope with the electrification transformation, but also continuously adjust their strategies in the areas of software integration, intelligence, and the global supply chain restructuring.
He pointed out that after experiencing rapid expansion in recent years, the industry is shifting from pursuing scale growth to a more sustainable profit model. In the future, the core competitiveness of the automotive industry will be more reflected in a company’s innovation capabilities and market agility.
As China’s automotive industry continues to strengthen its global influence, "going global" has become a key topic of this conference.
Zhang Yongwei, Chairman of the Chebaihui Research Institute, stated that one of the most significant events in the global automotive industry over the next five years will be the deepening connection between China’s automotive industry and the global market.
Data shows that in 2023, China’s automobile exports reached approximately 7 million units. Industry experts predict that in the coming years, the export volume is expected to exceed 10 million units, creating a global market worth trillions of RMB.
Li Yin, Associate Professor at the School of International Relations and Public Affairs, Fudan University, analyzed the rise of China’s new energy vehicle industry from the perspective of the national innovation system. He pointed out that the development of China’s new energy vehicles is inseparable from long-term strategic investments. Independent innovation is not only a key driver of industrial upgrading but also an essential part of national energy security and industrial strategy.
Representatives from multiple embassies in China also shared their respective countries’ new energy vehicle investment policies at the conference. His Excellency Jimmy, the Philippine Ambassador to China, and His Excellency Milan Lajčiak, the Slovak Ambassador to China, respectively explained the investment policies and pathways of their countries.
His Excellency Jimmy provided an in-depth analysis of the Philippines’ new energy vehicle investment policy and its implementation practices, emphasizing that accurately understanding the investment policies of target markets is crucial for the overseas development of enterprises. He pointed out that the Philippines is becoming an important growth point for the global electric vehicle (EV) industry, with a vibrant, youthful market and steadily increasing income, providing natural high-growth opportunities for companies from China and other countries.
H.E. Milan Lajčiak, the Slovak Ambassador to China, elaborated on Slovakia’s new energy vehicle investment policies and development paths, emphasizing the country’s strategic advantages in the European and global automotive industries.
Ambassador Lajčiak pointed out that Slovakia possesses three core advantages in the new energy vehicle and electric vehicle sectors: A stable operational and investment environment, with government-friendly business policies and incentive measures. A strong industrial foundation and a well-developed supply chain, ensuring a complete industry chain capability from battery materials and component manufacturing to final assembly. A favorable geographic location in the heart of Europe, facilitating access to the EU market of 300 million people, while reducing transportation and logistics costs.
Amid the accelerated development of the new energy vehicle industry, supply chain quality management and technical standards have become critical foundations for industry competition.
Automotive standards expert Wolfgang Wagner pointed out that the promotion of the ASQMS system marks China’s transition from being a follower of global rules to becoming an active participant and even a rule-maker. Through the establishment of standardized systems, Chinese automotive companies will possess stronger international competitiveness in the software-driven new automotive era.
Wang Fang, Chief Scientist at the China Automotive Technology and Research Center Co., Ltd., systematically reviewed the development trends of power battery technology in her speech. She stated that significant progress has been made in the safety aspects of power battery technology in recent years.
Data shows that in 2020, only about 10% of batteries passed the one-hour thermal diffusion test without catching fire or exploding, whereas by 2025, this proportion is expected to reach nearly 80% to 90%. Meanwhile, fast charging, ultra-fast charging, and solid-state battery technologies are becoming new focal points in the industry.
From an industrial practice perspective, the demand for supply chain collaboration capabilities is also continuously increasing.
Yang Yong, Executive Vice President of Desay SV, stated that there is a clear difference in the development pace of new energy vehicles between the Chinese and European markets: Europe places more emphasis on safety and compliance, while the Chinese market focuses on the speed of technological iteration and user experience. Suppliers need to find a balance between the different markets.
Luca Forte, Global Executive Vice President of Italy's Erdo Group, shared a speech on how European suppliers are riding the wave of China's market growth. He particularly emphasized that a well-designed factory is not just for production, but also serves as a carrier of culture and values.
Patrick Mueller, Vice President of R&D at Brilliance BMW, pointed out that Chinese suppliers play an increasingly important role in BMW's global ecosystem, and that stable cooperation and long-term trust are key to the success of supply chain collaboration.
Kang Bo, Vice President of Seres Automotive, shared the supply chain management model of "chain-leading enterprises." He stated that through smart factories and the "factory within a factory" model, companies can achieve deep supply chain collaboration, improve production efficiency, and build a long-term stable cooperation ecosystem.
Amid the waves of intelligence and digitalization, AI technology is gradually becoming an important tool for enhancing supply chain efficiency.
Chen Yuxiao, CEO of Yaqi Group, gave an in-depth presentation on the market opportunities, regulatory challenges, and compliance pathways for Chinese automakers and their supply chains going global into the European market.
He pointed out that there are five core strategic reasons for Chinese automakers going global into Europe:
The domestic Chinese automotive market is gradually becoming saturated, and companies need to explore new markets to maintain growth.
The overseas market provides opportunities for global brand building and recognition in the capital markets.
Diversifying operations to hedge against geopolitical risks and ensure supply chain stability.
The global market can absorb production capacity and R&D investments, maximizing economic benefits.
European new energy policies offer strategic opportunities, especially for new energy vehicle companies.
He also suggested that Chinese automakers and supply chains, in their global expansion strategies, should shift from simply exporting products to establishing a strong presence in ecosystems, emphasizing the importance of long-term commitment to the European market.
Ding Yaqi, Director of Smart Mobility at Tencent, stated that large model technologies are changing the way the automotive industry handles R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain collaboration. Digitalization and AI will become key drivers in improving the efficiency of the new energy vehicle industry in the future.
Regarding overseas logistics and industry collaboration, Zafer Engin stated that the competition in the future mobility industry will not only be about production capacity but also about ecosystem capabilities. Companies need to integrate multiple components such as manufacturing, logistics, finance, and digital platforms to build a complete industrial ecosystem.
Baran Gümüsel, CEO of Supply Bridge, pointed out that innovation in the automotive industry often comes from cross-industry technologies. For example, AI visual recognition technology used in the sports industry can also be transferred to the automotive sector for target detection in harsh weather conditions.
As software modules continue to increase, OEMs and suppliers need to collaborate more closely to cope with the increasingly complex technological and regulatory environment.
This conference attracted representatives from embassies of 16 countries in China, including European nations such as the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain, Finland, Greece, Slovakia, and Estonia, as well as countries like Canada, Mexico, the Philippines, Pakistan, Morocco, Armenia, and Colombia.
Representatives from various countries provided insights through policy interpretations and on-site discussions, offering advice on legal compliance, trade policies, and the investment environment to help China’s new energy vehicle industry enter local markets.
The China International New Energy Vehicle Supply Chain Conference aims to create a global platform for technological exchange and business cooperation within the new energy vehicle industry chain. By promoting technological collaboration, standard mutual recognition, and international cooperation, the conference supports the high-quality global development of the new energy vehicle industry.
Host Organizations:
New Energy Vehicle Industry Development Promotion Center, China Equipment Management Association
Beijing Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Service Center
Organizer:
Yasn International
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