German Chancellor Olaf Scholz doubled down on boosting economic and educational collaboration during his third visit to Shanghai this week, calling Germany-China teamwork 'vital for our global future.' The leader's whirlwind tour included everything from tech hubs to university chats – proving diplomacy can be as dynamic as a TikTok trend 📱✨
Highlights of Scholz's agenda:
🔥 A lively Q&A with 160 students at Tongji University about AI, green cities, and cross-cultural exchanges
💡 Touring German chemical giant Covestro's cutting-edge innovation hub
🌉 A sunset stroll along the Bund, blending business with iconic skyline views
Fun fact: This marks Scholz's first Shanghai stop since 2015 – and he clearly came ready to hustle. "Tongji isn't just a school, it's a bridge," he told students, praising the university's role in fostering international tech talent 🤝🎓
