Distinguished Guests:

The successful holding of the first World Elastomer Technology and Engineering Forum in Shanghai has allowed the world to see the rapid development of China's elastomer field. Therefore, the forum has been widely concerned by the industry around the world, and has been recognized and praised by experts and scholars. The opening of this forum initiated by China is not only a discussion of the important role played by the elastomer industry in environmental protection, sustainable development and circular economy under the guidance of the global "dual carbon" strategy, but also a broader exploration to meet people's growing demand for a higher quality of life and promote the high-quality development of the world's elastomer industry.

The elastomer industry is the foundation of modern industry, and its environmental development is not only related to this industry, but also the key to building a "community of human destiny". Therefore, we advocate innovation, are committed to the research and development of low-energy products and technologies, and promote the transformation of the whole industrial chain from raw material procurement to production and application. At the same time, combined with AI, big data model and other technologies, explore the method of elastomer industry to open up new markets.

The theme of the forum is "Advancement Collaboration Innovation". Around this theme, The forum invited the world's well-known experts, scholars and entrepreneurs in related fields to discuss a comprehensive range of seven hot topics: Elastomer genetic engineering and artificial intelligence, Design and synthesis of novel elastomer, Reinforcement, functionalization and intelligence of elastomer, Characterization & simulation of elastomer and their products, Green & low carbon development of elastomer and their products, Product digital design and advanced manufacturing Industrial development and future. And cooperation with the diversified international exhibition platform the 23rd International Exhibition on Rubber Technology  (RubberTech 2025).

As the organizer, we firmly believe that the development of the world's elastomer industry requires the convergence of global wisdom. Let us take this event as an opportunity to share our experience with the world, demand more cooperation, and jointly build a better world.

Finally, we warmly welcome you to visit, this forum will also be more exciting because of your participation and support! I wish this forum a complete success. Welcome to all of you again and look forward to working with you to open a new green chapter in the elastomer industry!

Sincerely yours!

Chairman WETEF 2025