Slovenian car parts suppliers showcased their offerings on Tuesday during a meeting aimed at fostering stronger business cooperation with Chinese car manufacturers.
The event, held in Ljubljana, focused on expanding ties between the two nations in the automotive sector. “The global car industry is at a historic turning point due to the transition towards a carbon-neutral society,” said Slovenian Economy Minister Matjaz Han. He emphasized that while this shift presents challenges, it also opens up numerous business opportunities.
Han noted that Slovenia was one of the few EU countries to oppose the European Commission’s recent push for tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. “We made this decision not for China, but for Slovenia,” he explained. “After consultations with industry stakeholders and our major partners, we took what I believe is the only right step at this moment.” Chinese Ambassador to Slovenia, Wang Shunqing, also attended the event, expressing hope for increased cooperation in the automotive sector. He encouraged Chinese car manufacturers to strengthen ties with Slovenian companies and enhance exchanges.