European Chamber Tianjin 2023 Supply Chain Annual Review 中国欧盟商会天津分会2023年供应链年度论坛

• 2023-12-20 | 13:00 - 17:00
• VIP room, 3/F, THE WESTIN TIANJIN

The normalisation of life in China after COVID management controls were lifted 12 months ago led many to think that a robust and swift economic recovery would follow. However, while it looks like the government’s official 2023 target of achieving around a five per cent growth rate will be met, a combination of economic challenges and policy developments have cast a shadow over the potential for a stronger economy in 2024 and beyond.

In China, consumer demand remains muted, the property market is still in the process of stabilising, and overall business confidence remains low. An increasing number of Chamber member companies are looking to alternative investment destinations to diversify and avoid excessive dependence on a single location; others are separating parts of their China operations from their global ones, to remain compliant with legislation in China and the rest of the world, as well as to guard against risks arising from geopolitical tensions. Some companies take a different approach, doubling down on their presence in China in view of the importance of their China activities to their global portfolio.

• 2023-12-12 | 14:00 - 18:10
• Signature Ballroom, Hilton Beijing

In recent years, confidence in the Chinese market has experienced a significant decline. Government policies have increasingly prioritised ideology over economic concerns, even as China grapples with mounting challenges, including the repercussions of its zero-COVID policy, escalating geopolitical tensions, surging debt levels, and sluggish consumption growth. This shift has cast doubts on the reliability, predictability, and efficiency that were once pillars of China's economic success.

• 2023-12-05 | 14:45 - 18:00
• Swissotel Grand Shanghai 上海宏安瑞士大酒店

As one of the major annual events of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, the Cybersecurity Conference has been held for six consecutive years since 2016, becoming a well-recognised industry event on cybersecurity and data compliance for foreign companies operating in Chinese market, due to its focus on legislative developments and interpretation of relevant regulations.

A number of cybersecurity-related regulations have been published and implemented over the past year, including the Measures for Cross-border Data Transfer Security Assessments, Measures for the Standard Contract for the Outbound Transfer of Personal Information, the Personal Information Protection Certification Regime and the Interim Measures on the Administration of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services. Of particular note, in August 2023, the State Council released its Opinions on Further Optimising the Foreign Investment Environment and Increasing Efforts to Attract Foreign Investment, and in September, the Cyberspace Administration of China issued a draft Provisions on Regulating and Promoting Cross-border Data Transfers, which aims to adjust the current regulatory framework for outbound data flow, sending positive signals on encouraging foreign investment and promoting cross-border data transfer in a safe and orderly manner.

• 2023-11-30 | 14:00 - 17:30
• Zoom/ European Chamber Office Beijing

This year, the Compliance Conference will address two critical themes: data security and the Anti-Unfair Competition Law.

The regulatory landscape in China is constantly evolving, making it challenging for businesses to stay compliant. Recent years have seen the introduction of several laws and regulations to address data security concerns, including the Cybersecurity Law, Data Security Law, Personal Information Protection Law, and recent ones, Measures for the Security Assessment of Outbound Data Transfers, all of which have significant implications for businesses operating in China.

• 2023-11-29 | 14:30 - 18:00
• The Westin Bund Center Shanghai, Diamond Ballroom Ⅲ, 3rd floor 上海威斯汀大饭店三楼钻石宴会厅

In order to further expand cooperation channels and gather international Innovation resources, The 3rd Innovation Fair
& Nanjing-Europe International Technology Industry Exchange Conference 2023 held by Foreign Affairs Office of Nanjing Municipal People's Government and Messe Stuttgart, Germany will be held on November 29 in Nanjing. This event is planned to arrange keynote speeches, industrial technology promotion and enterprise precision exchanges. About 20 European enterprises and project representatives will attend the conference.

• 2023-11-29 | 09:00 - 19:00
• Grand Ballroom, Novotel Nanjing East Suning

In a world characterized by dynamic shifts and unprecedented complexities, the ability to adapt and innovate within the realm of Human Resources is paramount. We are delighted to invite you to participate in the "2023 South China HR Conference- Adapting HR Strategies for Business Continuity in Uncertain Times" This event serves as a prominent platform designed to facilitate discourse, exploration, and collaboration within a continuously evolving business environment. Our primary focus is on the meticulous art of adjusting HR strategies to ensure seamless business continuity in the face of pervasive uncertainties.

• 2023-11-24 | 13:00 - 17:30
• The American International School of Guangzhou （Science Park）

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China warmly invites you to partake in the distinguished occasion of the 10th Anniversary Celebration of our CSR Awards and Appreciation Dinner. Ten years together in China! Business Matters!

• 2023-11-23 | 17:00 - 23:30
• Crystal Ballroom, Club Med Nanjing Urban Oasis 地中海白日方舟仙林度假村 晶耀宴会厅

On August 13th 2023, the State Council of China released the Opinions on Further Optimising the Foreign Investment Environment and Increasing Efforts to Attract Foreign Investment. This is a positive message, signalling China’s continued drive to open up to the world economy. In addition, the Chinese government aims to spur the growth of the private economy. The year 2023 has been a year of continuously boosting the private economy with policies aimed at tackling challenges in finance and trade.

• 2023-11-22 | 14:00 - 17:00
• Conrad Hotel Shanghai 上海康莱德酒店

Faced with an increasingly unstable geopolitical and economic environment, industrial policy has been inserted as a core component in the agendas of the world’s largest three economies – the United States (US), China, and the European Union (EU). These strategies and regulations on renewable and low-carbon solutions, raw materials and technologies of the future are likely to result in profound implications on the global supply and value chains while reshaping entire industries.

What is the global geopolitical and trade outlook look like amid this global industrial strategy race? What are the implications of the varying policy measures on the strategies of multinational companies? As the world is seemingly moving away from globalisation, how will the elevation of industrial strategies impact the liberalisation of global trade?

Faced with the above and further related questions, the European Chamber launched an event series—Battling it out - Decoding the Global Industrial Strategy Race—to bring members a comprehensive understanding on the industrial strategies adopted by the world’s top three superpowers and their implications on both state and industry players.

• 2023-11-10 | 12:30 - 14:00
• Wang Fu Ballroom II