BERLIN (Reuters) - It was reported that the German Prime Minister , Klaus Gabriel , wanted to prevent Chinese company Midea from buying leading robot manufacturer Kuka . However , a ministry spokesperson has said in a recent news conference that the minister is not looking for an alternative buyer , and would not interfere but would appreciate a German bid . Even with the purchase , the Chinese company would not hold full control of Kuka unless mechanical engineering group Wang and another investor , Loh , sold their stakes .
It was reported that the German Prime Minister , Klaus Gabriel , wanted to prevent Chinese company Midea from buying leading robot manufacturer Kuka . However , a ministry spokesperson has said in a recent news conference that the minister is not looking for an alternative buyer , and would not interfere but would appreciate a German bid . Even with the purchase , the Chinese company would not hold full control of Kuka unless mechanical engineering group Wang and another investor , Loh , sold their stakes .