On September 16th, news emerged that the Sino-German Cooperation Conference on Automated and Connected Driving is slated to be held on September 14th, 2026, in Berlin, Germany. At this conference, China and Germany will delve into specialized discussions on a range of topics pertinent to the field of intelligent connected vehicles. These include technical standards and regulations, type approval processes, road testing and demonstration applications, automotive data management and security measures, V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) technology applications, as well as pilot projects for 'vehicle-road-cloud integration'.

Furthermore, both nations will engage in comprehensive dialogues regarding the next phase of cooperation models and pivotal areas for mutual exchange. The two sides have reached a consensus that the conference has evolved into a crucial platform for regular information sharing and collaborative endeavors among government departments, industry organizations, and key enterprises from both countries.

Looking ahead, China and Germany are committed to upholding the principles of open cooperation. They aim to deepen practical collaboration across multiple domains, foster the harmonization of standards and regulations, and facilitate mutual recognition of testing in the realm of automated and connected driving. Additionally, they will strive to enhance the application of V2X communication technologies and data management practices, strengthen international coordination and linkage in standards and regulations, and collectively tackle common challenges and issues confronting the global development of the intelligent connected vehicle industry.