Adding another milestone to the growing ecosystem of EU sustainability regulation, the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive ("CSDDD") entered into force on 25th July 2024. This substantial piece of legislation is designed to mandate certain large EU and non-EU companies operating in the EU to conduct risk-based human rights and environmental due diligence.

• 2024-10-14 | 14:30 - 17:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 中国欧盟商会上海分会办公室

In China, more than 60% of consumers consider health to be the top priority in their daily lives; Compared to a year ago, they are paying more attention to their health. More notably, people are willing to increase health-related spending if overall consumption levels decline.

As China continues to prioritise health and innovation, Nansha District of Guangzhou is emerging as a burgeoning hub of biomedical industry. Building on the momentum of the "Overall development plan of Nansha, Guangzhou," Nansha district is leveraging favorable policies to become a key player in the biomedical sector.

In April 2024, Nansha released the "Support Measures for Promoting the High-quality Development of the Biomedicine Industry in Guangzhou Nansha," supporting the development of Nansha biomedicine companies in areas such as clinical trials and scenario applications. In September 2024, the Ministry of Commerce, the National Health Commission, and the National Medical Products Administration issued a notice to launch a pilot program for expanded openness in the medical field. In regions like the China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade Zone, foreign enterprises are allowed to engage in the development and application of human stem cell, gene diagnosis and therapeutic technologies for product registration, launch, and production. Additionally, wholly foreign-owned hospitals are permitted to be established in cities such as Guangzhou. These significant measures have been rolled out in succession, accelerating the aggregation and realisation of high-level opening-up development achievements in Guangzhou Nansha.



This event aims to showcase Nansha’s unique development opportunities and growth potential, highlighting recent industry developments and fostering strategic collaboration between the Yangtze River Delta, the Greater Bay Area, and global markets. This event is a prime opportunity for biomedical enterprises to engage with Nansha’s dynamic business environment, supported by robust policies and a commitment to innovation. We are inviting Guangzhou Municipla Health Commission, Guangzhou Municipal Industry and Information Technology Bureau, Guangzhou Municipal Commerce Bureau, Guangzhou Municipla Healthcare Securities Bureau, Office of Canton Investment Development Commission and People's Government of Nansha District.

• 2024-10-15 | 15:00 - 18:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

In today's global economic landscape, China's economic influence is becoming increasingly prominent. However, despite significant achievements in various sectors, China also exhibits vulnerabilities towards global commodity markets.

The European Chamber warmly invites you to join our Insight China Expert Talk on 18 October (Friday) in Beijing featuring Dr. Pascale Massot to understand how the world’s largest consumer transformed global commodity markets. Ms. Massot is an associate professor at the University of Ottawa's School of Political Studies; Senior Fellow, Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada; and Non-resident Honorary Fellow, Political Economy, Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China Analysis.

• 2024-10-18 | 15:00 - 16:30
• Teams/ European Chamber Office Beijing, 4th Floor, Room C405

On 22nd October 2024, the European Chamber Sports Forum will gather sports-& marketing leaders to discuss the future of sports in China. At the peak of the Tour de Guangxi - happening that time in China - we will have representatives from the top cycling teams & brands with us. Meet brands, athletes, sports agencies and sports decision-makers at our 2nd European Chamber Sport Summit in downtown Shanghai.

• 2024-10-22 | 16:00 - 19:00
• Hansgrohe InnovationParc

Industry 4.0 and 5.0 technologies such as Metaverse, AI, XR (AR, VR and MR) allow companies to innovate more rapidly, improve operational efficiency and make customer experiences more engaging. Among them, the metaverse has proved to be the field of transformational opportunities for small and big businesses, opening the doors for immersive consumer experiences. That allows businesses to create memorable interactions, driving higher customer satisfaction, loyalty, and ultimately, stronger business outcomes. The event will raise the topics of Metaverse, AR and VRs’ effects on businesses’ development, resource-saving efforts and business expansion strategies.

• 2024-10-23 | 14:30 - 16:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 中国欧盟商会上海办公室

The European Chamber Nanjing Chapter cordially invites you to attend the launch of its Position Paper and BCS on October 23 in Nanjing.

• 2024-10-23 | 16:00 - 20:00
• Floor 3, Tietoevry Office and Patio

For small and medium-sized enterprises in the manufacturing sector, corporate compliance management is gradually becoming a topic of critical importance within the current business environment. Compliance is not only a key factor to companies’ economic interests; compliance issues can also affect companies’ reputation and sustainability.

• 2024-10-25 | 16:00 - 18:00
• 8F, Jade Room, Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning 索菲特苏宁银河大酒店8楼翡翠厅

This event is intended to allow the government to clearly articulate policies designed to support SME development in Shanghai, while also providing businesses with a direct channel to present their operational challenges to relevant authorities, fostering collaboration to identify effective solutions.

• 2024-11-07 | 13:00 - 14:30
• Meeting room 9 &10, Second Floor, Primus Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao 上海虹桥绿地铂瑞酒店2层9-10号会议室

The new PRC Company Law, effective from 1 July 2024, has brought multiple changes ­­– inter alia related to corporate governance and enhanced responsibilities and liabilities of company organs. A key change is that for many limited liability companies, including foreign-invested companies, employee representative(s) in the Supervisory Board or in the Board of Directors are required. What are the key changes in these areas? How to set up the corporate organs? How to elect employee representative(s)? What do companies need to pay attention to?

During this event, corporate law and labor law experts will provide an overview on the key issues and share their insights.

• 2024-11-13 | 16:00 - 18:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office