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Europe and China are navigating a moment of profound strategic recalibration. Where do the real opportunities lie, and what does it take to act on them? FIAA e.V. brings together four leading voices from academia, geopolitics, AI research, and Asian market practice for a 90-minute conversation that is rigorous, practical, and genuinely cross-cultural. Designed for decision-makers who need more than headlines. Five Thematic Blocks: • Geopolitical Context — How the Europe/China relationship is shifting and what room for independent European agency still exists • Opportunities for Engagement — Green tech, circular economy, life sciences, smart infrastructure and where shared interests create real space • Risks & Dependencies — Critical interdependencies in raw materials, technology, regulatory divergence and how to navigate them • China & Artificial Intelligence — An honest assessment of China's AI position, structural advantages, and implications for European strategy • Lessons for Germany — Strategic adjustments German companies and policymakers need for the short, medium, and long term Programme: • 16:00 — Check-in & Reception (refreshments on arrival) • 16:30 — Welcome by Christoph Jacob (FIAA e.V.) • 16:40 — Opening Statements (≈15 min) • 17:00 — Moderated Discussion across five thematic blocks (≈45 min) • 17:45 — Audience Q&A (≈15 min) • 18:00 — Key Takeaways — one action insight per panelist • 18:30 — Networking Evening with drinks, finger food & conversation Moderated by Sara Kukovec. Opening by Christoph Jacob (FIAA) Venue: • Sofitel, Frankfurt Opera We look forward to welcoming you.