Roland Berger Dapu: China's Supply Chain Advantages Are Difficult to Replace

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China’s supply chain, with its highly integrated system, mature industrial clusters, and proven high efficiency, still holds irreplaceable competitive advantages, according to Patuo Dai, Co-CEO of Roland Berger Global Management Committee, who recently spoke in Beijing.

The China Development Forum 2026 Annual Meeting was held from March 22 to 23. During an exclusive interview with China News Service, Dai said that for many multinational companies, China is not only an important market but also a key part of the global supply chain and innovation chain.

In his view, the competitive advantages of Chinese companies are also continuously evolving. Beyond efficiency and cost advantages, Chinese companies excel in creativity, business acumen, and “last mile” innovation that closely meets market demands. Meanwhile, the combination of a complete industrial chain and China’s “speed” further amplifies their comprehensive advantages in R&D, manufacturing, and market responsiveness.

Dai mentioned that there is a huge potential demand in China’s service sector, including healthcare and elderly care, which presents significant opportunities. China’s next “DeepSeek moment” may emerge in the healthcare industry, with the potential to produce globally innovative drugs originating from China.

He believes that as China continues to strengthen innovation-driven development and expand domestic demand, the Chinese market remains highly attractive to multinational companies. To deepen their presence in China, multinational corporations must integrate more deeply into the Chinese market and enhance their adaptability and innovation capabilities. (End)