By 2028, China will be the largest economy in the world. How did China become a global leader so fast?Is this thanks to the West or due to a different cultural mindset?

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Pascal’s keynote “Can we trust China?” unveils why and how Chinese trust each other and their system; mirroring that China lens with a predominantly different view from the West. Should we seek to benefit from China’s transition, this keynote confronts us head-on with a Chinese lens and nuanced view to discover how China functions within their society and businesses.

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This keynote will elaborate on the trends and strenghts of innovation in China, and how China is taking on the challenge and the West to become an innovation superpower by 2030.

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By 2030, China wants to become the world leader in innovation. This leaves Western companies with some 10 years to gear up. Pascal’s keynote “China’s New Normal” gives clear insights into the modern China, and reveals new potentials and superpowers coming from the fast and furious innovators of China. As ever more radical innovation will soon be inspired by China, this eye-opening keynote is a treat to anyone who is concerned with disruption and excited about the opportunity.

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Silicon Valley and China’s tech ecosystem cities (such as Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Shanghai) are the fastest evolving innovation hubs in the world.

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But inspiration from pioneering startups, corporates and academics from these distant corners of the globe should not be an ‘either, or’ story.

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Each has its very own background, innovation DNA, culture, methods and strategies.

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Each has the potential to trigger you in ways you’d never thought possible.

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A story of innovation, economy and regrlobalization

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The US is on the verge of a full-blown technology and trade war with China. What led to this shift? China opened up to global trade and became the factory of the world, benefiting economies worldwide. Today, however, China is seen by the US as its primary strategic adversary, while the EU is confronted with discord among its nations on how to deal with Beijing. Meanwhile, China continues to face persistent systemic, social, political, and economic challenges at home. Could China’s past economic miracle come to an abrupt end?

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China is now transitioning from enhancing "self-sufficiency" to crafting "a master plan" to become a smart, proud, productive nation and a leading global innovator. Economically ready to move forward, China is advancing scientifically and legally, while geostrategically aligning with the Global South. Therefore, China’s Next Miracle could potentially take the world by surprise once again. Are we ready for it?

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This keynote offers a nuanced and fresh perspective on a superpower in transition. From innovation to political guidance, China is quickly adapting to a changing world.​

What if China's next miracle happens? Better be ready!​​​

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