China.Table Talk of the Town Mechanical engineering

VDMA vice president: “In-house production in China is hardly realistic”

Germany’s mechanical and plant engineering sector is fighting to preserve local value creation. Ahead of Friedrich Merz’s China trip, VDMA Vice President Alexander Jakschik is calling for political action against unfair competitive advantages – and better business conditions at home.

22. February 2026
Alexander Jakschik is a mid-sized business entrepreneur and Vice President of the German Engineering Federation (VDMA).

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Last updated: 22. February 2026