BMW to Deploy DeepSeek AI in China-bound Models, Strengthening Alibaba Partnership
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz led a delegation of 30 executives to China on February 25-26 and highlighted bilateral trade reaching $292 billion in 2025. BMW will integrate DeepSeek AI into China-bound models in 2025, building on prior collaborations with Alibaba.
1. Merz's Delegation Visit
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited China on February 25-26 with 30 senior executives to reinforce bilateral ties. Discussions emphasized boosting China-Germany trade, which reached $292 billion in 2025, underscoring China's role as Germany's top trading partner.
2. BMW DeepSeek AI Integration
BMW announced plans to integrate DeepSeek's artificial intelligence technology into vehicles destined for the Chinese market in 2025. This rollout builds on earlier collaborations with Alibaba and could drive incremental revenue for Alibaba's cloud and AI service offerings.