On March 5, 2024, Premier Li Qiang delivered the <<Report on the Work of the Government>> at the Second Session of the 14th National People’s Congress of China. Globally, economic recovery was slow, with increasing geopolitical tensions and rising protectionism. Domestically, China faced challenges in economic recovery due to the prolonged impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, exacerbated by existing structural issues and emerging risks in areas such as real estate and financial institutions.

In response to these challenges, the government outlined its tasks for 2024, including issuing ultra-long-term special government bonds and opening up new tracks in emerging fields like quantum technology and life sciences. Additionally, China plans to implement measures to further open up its economy, such as relaxing market access restrictions and promoting cross-border services trade.

To delve deeper into these issues and their implications for businesses, the European Chamber is pleased to host Mr. Xu Sitao, Chief Economist and partner at Deloitte China, to share his insights and forecasts on the economy. Mr. Xu brings extensive experience, having previously served as Chief Representative of China and EIU Forecasting Director at the Economist Group. We will also provide an opportunity for members to introduce themselves and engage in discussion.

• 2024-03-13 | 10:00 - 11:30
• 26/F, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Certified Public Accountants LLP 26楼德勤华永会计师事务所

Enhance your strategic leadership skills with our program, focusing on vital aspects like competitive advantage management, connecting external changes to business reality, and linking broad factors to actionable strategies. Gain insights into team performance's impact on the business environment, visualize and track performance metrics effectively, and optimize organizational interdependencies for strategic success. This program provides a comprehensive approach to strategic leadership, empowering impactful decision-making in today's dynamic business landscape.

• 2024-03-12 - 2024-03-13 | 09:30 - 17:30
• Boardroom 26/F, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Certified Public Accountants LLP 26楼德勤华永会计师事务所董事会议室

您是否对广州市2023年12月28日公布的文件《广州市关于实施粤港澳大湾区个人所得税优惠政策财政补贴管理办法（2023 年修订）》及《广州市境外人才粤港澳大湾区个人所得税优惠政策财政补贴申报指南（2023年）》有所疑虑？是否担心在2021和2022年度个税财政补贴的申请和审核中遇到挑战？那么，我们特别为您准备了一场不容错过的专题研讨会！
Do you have concerns about the documents punished by Guangzhou on December 28, 2023, “Measures of Guangzhou for Administration of Financial Subsidies under Preferential Individual Income Tax Policies in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (2023 Revision)" and "Guidelines for the Application of Financial Subsidies under the Preferential Individual Income Tax Policies in Guangdong- Hong Kong- Macao Greater Area for Overseas Talents in Guangzhou (2023) "? Are you worried about facing challenges during the application and review process for the fiscal subsidies for personal income tax in 2021 and 2022? If so, we have prepared a not-to-be-missed special seminar just for you!
广州市近期发布了新版管理办法及申报指南，对申请人资格、任职单位条件以及申请材料等方面进行了重要调整。这意味着在您的税务申请过程中，可能会面临一些困惑。为了协助您充分理解政策要点、分享实际操作经验，以便按时完成2021和2022年度的个税财政补贴申请和审核工作，中国欧盟商会华南分会荣幸地邀请到了金融和税务工作组副主席张少玲和德勤中国的专家，将在这场专题研讨会上与您深入探讨广州市新政策。
Guangzhou has recently released new versions of the measures and guidelines, making significant adjustments to qualifications for applicants, conditions for employing entities, and required application materials. This means that you may encounter some confusion during your tax application process. To assist you in fully understanding the key policy points, sharing practical operational experiences, and ensuring the timely completion of your applications and reviews, the European Chamber South China Chapter is honoured to invite the Vice Chair of the Finance and Taxation Working Group, Janet Zhang, and experts from Deloitte China to delve into Guangzhou's new policies at this special seminar.

• 2024-01-16 - 2024-01-16 | 16:00 - 17:30
• 26th Floor, Yuexiu Financial Tower

To facilitate the application process for the 2023 fiscal subsidies under the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's individual income tax preferential policies in Foshan, Foshan Municipal Bureau of Finance will organize a policy briefing session on January 16 to interpret the policies.

• 2024-01-16 | 15:00 - 17:00
• Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Financial Building, 8 Jihuawulu Road

您是否对广州市2023年12月28日公布的文件《广州市关于实施粤港澳大湾区个人所得税优惠政策财政补贴管理办法（2023 年修订）》及《广州市境外人才粤港澳大湾区个人所得税优惠政策财政补贴申报指南（2023年）》有所疑虑？是否担心在2021和2022年度个税财政补贴的申请和审核中遇到挑战？那么，我们特别为您准备了一场不容错过的专题研讨会！
Do you have concerns about the documents punished by Guangzhou on December 28, 2023, “Measures of Guangzhou for Administration of Financial Subsidies under Preferential Individual Income Tax Policies in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (2023 Revision)" and "Guidelines for the Application of Financial Subsidies under the Preferential Individual Income Tax Policies in Guangdong- Hong Kong- Macao Greater Area for Overseas Talents in Guangzhou (2023) "? Are you worried about facing challenges during the application and review process for the fiscal subsidies for personal income tax in 2021 and 2022? If so, we have prepared a not-to-be-missed special seminar just for you!
广州市近期发布了新版管理办法及申报指南，对申请人资格、任职单位条件以及申请材料等方面进行了重要调整。这意味着在您的税务申请过程中，可能会面临一些困惑。为了协助您充分理解政策要点、分享实际操作经验，以便按时完成2021和2022年度的个税财政补贴申请和审核工作，中国欧盟商会华南分会荣幸地邀请到了金融和税务工作组副主席张少玲和德勤中国的专家，将在这场专题研讨会上与您深入探讨广州市新政策。
Guangzhou has recently released new versions of the measures and guidelines, making significant adjustments to qualifications for applicants, conditions for employing entities, and required application materials. This means that you may encounter some confusion during your tax application process. To assist you in fully understanding the key policy points, sharing practical operational experiences, and ensuring the timely completion of your applications and reviews, the European Chamber South China Chapter is honoured to invite the Vice Chair of the Finance and Taxation Working Group, Janet Zhang, and experts from Deloitte China to delve into Guangzhou's new policies at this special seminar.

• 2024-01-15 - 2024-01-15 | 14:00 - 16:00
• 26th Floor, Yuexiu Financial Tower

The "Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents," also known as the Apostille Convention, became effective in China on November 7, 2023. This widely applicable convention, with the highest number of contracting members under the Hague Conference on Private International Law, aims to streamline the cross-border circulation of public documents. This change significantly reduces both the time and economic costs associated with document processing for both Chinese and foreign citizens and businesses, thereby facilitating international trade and personal exchanges.

• 2023-12-15 | 14:00 - 16:30
• 18/F, CTF Finance Centre, No.6 Zhujiang East Road, Guangzhou, P.R.CHINA

The "Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents," also known as the Apostille Convention, became effective in China on November 7, 2023. This widely applicable convention, with the highest number of contracting members under the Hague Conference on Private International Law, aims to streamline the cross-border circulation of public documents. This change significantly reduces both the time and economic costs associated with document processing for both Chinese and foreign citizens and businesses, thereby facilitating international trade and personal exchanges.

• 2023-11-30 | 08:30 - 10:30
• Phase I First floor, Wanghai Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen

Member First Event

I would like to invite you to join a “MeetUp for Innovative companies” on 28th November from 18:30 to 21:30 in Shenzhen, SeaWorld.

Following various exchanges between member companies on topics such as industry 4.0, connectivity, 5G, security assessment of cross-border data transfer (CBDT), cybersecurity law, members expressed interest in getting to know and exchanging ideas with other members who are doing innovation.

We are creating a dynamic platform where pioneering MNCs, agile mid-sized companies and innovative outsiders can meet, exchange ideas and spark collaborations that will shape the future.

We invite you to join a MeetUp that's all about big ideas and new connections on 28th November from 18:30 to 21:30.

Let's brainstorm, connect and pave the way for game-changing partnerships.

• 2023-11-28 | 18:30 - 21:30
• 3rd Floor of Da Diio 炙焰西餐厅三楼

Members FIRST event

Following on from our successful “Women in Business” event series, and to mark the global “Movember” movement, we are now delighted to bring our first ever event specifically focused upon men’s issues.

Men continue to face challenges, particularly in this post-pandemic world, from work stress, societal expectations, family tensions and economic pressures. Instead of opening up, sharing and reaching out for help, men often keep quiet when facing these stresses and mental health challenges.

Through sharing the personal experiences, faced by men, we hope to reduce shame and awkwardness about opening up, reaching out and seeking help – whether for personal challenges or when helping others.

The “Movember” awareness drive started in 2003, when two friends from Australia, inspired by a fundraising effort of a friend for his mother’s breast cancer, began growing a moustache every November to raise funds and awareness of men’s issues. Movember has grown over the years to become a men’s version of the global “pink ribbon” movement in support of breast cancer. In recent years the focus has expanded globally to include men’s mental health suicide prevention, and awareness of testicular and prostate cancer and the need for regular screening and care.

We have invited a number of businessmen to openly share their personal experiences of dealing with a particular challenge as a man, at work or in life, how they coped with it and any advice they have for others. An interactive “game” and Q&A will follow.

Whether you are male or female, whether you wish to share or just listen, please join us to learn more about this meaningful, often ignored and highly relevant subject.

• 2023-11-10 | 17:00 - 19:00
• Residence G

This seminar is for IT leaders and digital transformation leaders of multinational enterprises, focusing on establishing efficient connectivity and ensuring data security and compliance in the face of emerging digital technologies, aiding companies in their digital transformation.

Join us on November 8, 2023 Wednesday

在新的产业革命潮流中，数字技术及其应用已成为全球主要经济体竞相发展的关键领域。随着这一浪潮的推进，跨国企业的IT负责人身上的责任与期望也随之增大。不仅要搭建高效的链接桥梁，还要确保数据的安全和合规性。

为此，我们诚挚邀请您参加2023年11月8日周三的研讨会，与欧洲在华企业的IT负责人以及数字化转型负责人一同探讨这些重要议题。

• 2023-11-08 | 13:30 - 17:00
• F1 meeting room, Building A, Guangzhou Information Port 广州信息港A座一楼会议厅