And technology collaboration
- Representatives from PLANETech, an Israeli non-profit innovation community focused on climate change technologies, engaged in discussions with Chinese organizations in late January to foster potential cooperation.
- Efimov expressed optimism regarding shared interests, stating a belief in "a lot of common ground and plenty of opportunities for cooperation in sectors such as energy and agriculture."...
- Efimov acknowledged a potential lack of awareness regarding Israel's technological capabilities within China, emphasizing the importance of mutual understanding.
IsraelS planetech Seeks Collaboration with China on climate Technologies
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Representatives from PLANETech, an Israeli non-profit innovation community focused on climate change technologies, engaged in discussions with Chinese organizations in late January to foster potential cooperation. Yaroslav Efimov, head of science and technology at planetech, led the delegation during a five-day visit.
Focus on Energy and Agriculture
Efimov expressed optimism regarding shared interests, stating a belief in “a lot of common ground and plenty of opportunities for cooperation in sectors such as energy and agriculture.” The visit included meetings with the International Ecological Economy Promotion Association and the China Society of Automotive Engineers. These discussions aimed to identify areas for technological exchange and potential joint ventures.
Bridging Awareness Gaps
Efimov acknowledged a potential lack of awareness regarding Israel’s technological capabilities within China, emphasizing the importance of mutual understanding. He stated, “I understand that not everyone knows about Israel’s potential and capacity, or the technologies we are developing,” while also highlighting the need to “understand what our peers in China are looking for and what their demands are.”
Despite potential differences in perception, Efimov underscored the universality of scientific principles. “Science is science,” he noted, expressing satisfaction with the productive dialog during the visit. As of January 30, 2026, no further details regarding specific agreements or collaborations have been publicly released by either PLANETech or the Chinese organizations involved. Israel’s ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology has not issued any statements regarding the outcomes of the visit as of this date.