On January 27, 2026, the Kunming Municipal Government, the Administrative Committee of Dianzhong New Area in Yunnan, and CATL signed a tripartite strategic cooperation agreement. The agreement outlines in-depth collaboration across four key areas: new energy batteries, green energy, green transportation, and the low-altitude economy. Additionally, they plan to establish a green smart manufacturing base for lithium batteries in the Dianzhong New Area of Yunnan, with construction expected to begin in the first quarter of 2026.
