Hannover Messe 2025 Opens with Scholz Advocating for Free Trade

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz highlights EU's firm stance on U.S. tariffs and Canada's pivotal role as partner country at the world's largest industrial trade fair.

Olaf Scholz underscores the importance of free and fair global trade, warning of threats to international economic cooperation.
The European Union signals a decisive response to U.S. tariff policies, reaffirming its commitment to global trade norms.
Canada, as the 2025 partner country, showcases its growing trade relationship with the EU through 260 exhibitors at the event.
The fair features 4,000 exhibitors from over 60 countries, spotlighting advancements in AI, hydrogen, and sustainable industrial practices.
German industry associations BDI, VDMA, and ZVEI are set to provide economic insights and projections for 2025 during the event.