Scholz Praises Germany-China Hydrogen Tech Ties

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz kicked off his three-day visit to the Chinese mainland with a spotlight on green innovation, applauding cooperation in hydrogen technology as a “gratifying” step toward sustainable growth. During a tour of Bosch Hydrogen Powertrain Systems in Chongqing, Scholz witnessed cutting-edge fuel cell production and praised the “speed and progress” of collaborative projects .

Accompanied by execs from Siemens, BMW, and other major German firms, Scholz highlighted the role of 5,000+ German businesses operating in China, calling for deeper “friendly exchanges” between the two economic powerhouses. The visit underscores hydrogen’s rising role in global energy strategies—and why this partnership could reshape clean tech .

With China as Germany’s top trading partner for years, Scholz’s trip signals a shared vision: accelerating green tech without slowing industrial muscle. Could this be the blueprint for a carbon-neutral future?

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Scholz hails Germany-China hydrogen technology cooperation

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