On 25 September 2026, IDTechEx Senior Analyst Shihao Fu attended, by invitation, a reception hosted by the Chinese Embassy in the United Kingdom to mark the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. Coinciding with the Mid-Autumn Festival, the event brought together guests from across the UK and Chinese communities.
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Chinese Ambassador Zheng Zeguang addressed the reception, while Baroness Winterton, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, spoke on behalf of the UK Government. More than 500 guests attended, including representatives from British public life, the diplomatic community, Chinese businesses and organisations, and students. In his remarks, Ambassador Zheng highlighted opportunities for UK-China cooperation in technological innovation, artificial intelligence, new energy and climate action.
These areas closely align with IDTechEx's research. As an independent research firm specialising in emerging technologies and their markets, IDTechEx provides reports, subscriptions and bespoke consulting to help clients assess technological developments, understand supply chains and identify commercial opportunities. Our coverage includes robotics and autonomy, electric vehicles, batteries and energy storage, advanced materials, and sensors, combining primary research with global market analysis to inform R&D, investment and strategic decisions.
IDTechEx aims to strengthen its role in connecting the UK and Chinese technology ecosystems. We help UK and international businesses understand China's innovation landscape, supply chain capabilities and market opportunities, while supporting Chinese companies in assessing overseas demand, competition and technology applications. Our independent, evidence-based analysis provides a foundation for informed decisions and cross-border collaboration.
Participation in the reception reflects IDTechEx's continued engagement with UK-China exchange and industry relationships. We look forward to deepening our dialogue with businesses, research institutions and industry organisations in both countries, bringing local insights into our global research and delivering timely technology and market intelligence to our subscribers.
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