China: New Tech Superpower or Near the End of its Rise?
oiip Academy
China: New Tech Superpower or Near the End of its Rise?
12 November 2026 – 13 November 2026
Hybrid (in person with an online option)
Two days exploring China’s technology and industrial policy, energy supply, critical raw materials and geopolitics. Through practical case studies, participants assess their organisations’ dependencies and develop scenarios for trade conflicts, export controls and supply chain disruptions.
12–13 November 2026
Format: HYBRID (in-person and online participation available)
Participation fee: €900 for professionals / €500 for students (both days)
Course language: English
Facilitators: Thomas Eder, Susanne Weigelin-Schwiedrzik, Waltraut Urban
Day 1 · 12 November 2026
Technology, Energy and Resources
How serious is China’s ambition to become a technological superpower? The first day explores China’s technology strategy, its energy policy and the global dependencies arising from them. A particular focus lies on critical raw materials and supply chains, examining where vulnerabilities are emerging for Europe and European businesses. In a concluding scenario workshop, participants apply their findings to potential future developments and assess their implications.
Day 2 · 13 November 2026
Competition, Trade and Geopolitics
The second day focuses on China’s industrial policy and competitiveness, as well as the changing rules of global trade, from de-risking strategies and sanctions to export controls. It also examines geopolitical flashpoints that influence markets and investment decisions. In a final scenario workshop, participants simulate a trade crisis between the US, China and the EU and develop possible courses of action.
Participation and Payment
Participation fee for both days: €900 for professionals, €500 for students. Hybrid event (in-person attendance with an online option); limited to 25 participants.
Venue:
oiip, Währinger Straße 3/12, 1090 Vienna, Austria
Cancellation Policy
- At least 14 days in advance: Full refund.
- 7–13 days in advance: 50% refund.
- Less than 7 days in advance: No refund.
Materials provided: Executive Handbook, REFLECTIONS magazine and a curated reading and resource list.