June
26
Launching of the Luxury & Retail Working Group
Organizers: CCI France Chine
Language: English
Cost: Free
Date: Tuesday, June 26th
Time: 8:30 – 10:00
Address: CCI FRANCE CHINE Beijing Office 2F, Building 81, No.4 Gong Ti Bei Road, Chaoyang District
In the country that counts the highest number of billionaires in the world, luxury is a sector that never stops growing. With this in mind, it is important to identify the key points that will allow you to keep up with this growth.
In 2018, digitalization has an increasingly important role in China. This holds true when it comes to communication and innovation among others. And in the sector of luxury and retail, being aware of the latest trends concerning the digital environment is necessary.
This is why CCI FRANCE CHINE is pleased to invite you to its first session of the Luxury & Retail Working Group, in which the speaker will talk about the following topics:
1. China luxury: It's all about innovation.
2. Luxury retail: From digital advertising to digital tech
3. Which E-commerce in China for premium & luxury brands?
This session will be the first edition of our new working group dedicated to Luxury and Retail. Its purpose is to give advices to allow the owners to make their business growing and to manage it efficiently. It is also an opportunity to meet with other professionnals of the sector and to exchange on your experience.
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June
27
Inter-Chamber Agribusiness Mixer
Organizers: European Chamber of Commerce; American, Aust, British, Benelux and Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Language: English
Cost: 50 RMB
Date: Wednesday, 27th June
Time: 18:30 – 21:30
Address: 1 Dong Fang Road, North Dong Sanhuan Road, Chaoyang, Beijing
European Chamber in cooperation with the American, Aust, British, Benelux and Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Beijing would like to cordially invite you to a reception for key Chinese and European agribusiness sector at our Agribusiness Mixer on the 17th of May.
This gathering is one of the largest agribusiness networking events of the year with more than 300 attendees in the agriculture industries from a wide variety of countries. It’s an excellent opportunity to network, meet new business contacts and bring friends, colleagues or business partners with you.
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June
29
Ladies Afterwork
Organizers: BenCham; French Chamber of Commerce; Swiss Chamber of Commerce
Language: English
Cost: Free
Date: Wednesday, 27th June
Time: 18:30 – 20:30
Address: CCI France Chine, Beijing Office 2F, Building 81, No.4 Gongti North Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing
BenCham in collaboration with the French Chamber of Commerce in China and The Swiss Chinese Chambers of Commerce is pleased to invite you to spend a unique moment with your friends during an afterwork especially dedicated to you.
Diana Lu, designer and founder of Diana Lu Couture, will give you a lecture about haute-couture and some advices about the matching of clothes. After that, you will have the chance to do a photoshoot wearing her designs. Don't miss this opportunity to gather with other ladies, share a few drinks and talk about fashion!
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June
29
Aussie and British Drinks
Organizers: The British Chamber of Commerce; The Australian Chamber of Commerce
Language: English
Cost: 50 RMB
Date: Friday, 29th June
Time: 18:30 – 21:00
Address: 1/F, The Crib, 1 Gongti Bei Lu Chaoyang District
Join us on Friday, June 29th at Little Creatures Brewery and enjoy discounted beer, wine and great company for a social drinks event. The British Chamber of Commerce in China is joining the Australian Chamber of Commerce to add a bit of Commonwealth twist to a great event. Scheduled for the last Friday of the month, this will be a great chance to relax and unwind at the end of the week whilst mingling with a lively mix of familiar members and enthusiastic newcomers.
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June
30
American Backyard BBQ
Organizers: AmCham China
Languages: English
Cost: 550 RMB
Date: Saturday, 30th June
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Address: JW Marriot Beijing
Summer is upon us! AmCham China is pleased to invite you to celebrate American Independence Day on Saturday, June 30 at JW Marriott Hotel's buffet restaurant, terrace and newly renovated garden together with our members, their families and friends!
Come join us for a Saturday backyard BBQ lunch with offers of America's best treats and snacks to celebrate the 242nd Independence Day of the United States of America.
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JUNE
25
Swiss Drinks
Organizers: SwissCham
Language: English
Cost: 200 RMB
Date: Monday, 25th June
Time: 18:30 – 21:30
Address: Hunkeler Swiss Restaurant No. 111 East Nandan Road
We are again inviting you to our Swiss Drinks event in June. The idea is to get the Swiss community together and enjoy some drinks after work, to better connect with our friends and colleagues. Of course, non-Swiss friends are also welcome, the event is open to anyone interested in the Swiss community.
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JUNE
26
Brand America In China
Organizers: AmCham Shanghai
Language: English
Cost: 250 RMB
Date: Tuesday, 26 June
Time: 08:30 – 11:00
Address: Suite 568, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Road West, Shanghai, China
How to leverage your brand’s American Identity and Culture to connect with Chinese consumers。
What does it mean to be "American"? What is it about Americana and the US identity that companies can leverage to gain a competitive advantage in China.
The Marketing Committee is proud to bring in Cultural Insight expert Jerry Clode to present his perspective on how American companies can best present their national character to Chinese consumers.
There are most certainly some pitfalls but also key aspects of the United States that are deeply aspirational to Chinese consumers. Using concrete examples, Jerry will showcase the key themes through which Chinese consumers view American culture, suggesting strategic alignments with positive aspects of American culture that can be a powerful way to connect with China's growing middle class.
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JUNE
26
Entrepreneur Fair
Organizers: AmCham Shanghai
Language: English
Cost: 250 RMB
Date: Tuesday, 26th June
Time: 15:00 – 18:00
Address: Suite 568, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Road West, Shanghai, China
This is a fantastic opportunity to hear from key support companies who will give advice on a whole host of areas that entrepreneurs must tackle as the journey goes on – from startup, procedural, tax and legal, to HR, IT/digital, to operations. We all need help and advice, so AmCham Shanghai is proud to be able to gather some great minds to offer it!
Led by AmCham Shanghai's Entrepreneur Committee, this fair promises to bring a unique opportunity to those in need of growth support – or for those simply in need of networking and learning!
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JUNE
27
China’s Financial Sector Opening
Organizers: AmCham Shanghai
Language: English
Cost: 200 RMB
Date: Wednesday, 27th June
Time: 08:00 – 10:00
Address: Suite 568, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Road West, Shanghai, China
Since April, the Chinese government has accelerated the pace of financial sector reforms and openings. From the lifting of equity caps in life insurance and securities to plans for a Shanghai-London stock exchange connection, the Central government is quickly moving forward in creating a more open financial sector. The reforms are illustrative of several broad policy trends in China and will have a significant impact not only on financial institutions but for foreign companies operating in China.
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JUNE
28
Business Alliance Network
Organizers: AmCham Shanghai
Language: English
Cost: Free
Date: Thursday, 28th June
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Address: AmCham Shanghai Conference Center Suite 568, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Road West, Shanghai, China
How can the story of Chinese entrepreneurship be explained through a private Chinese company operating overseas? And what can a Nanjing-based group both teach and learn from doing business in the West?
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JUNE
29
Impact of GDPR in Businesses in China
Organizers: British Chamber of Commerce; SwissCham
Language: English
Cost: 320 RMB
Date: Friday, 29th June
Time: 08:30 – 11:00
Address: Hyatt on the Bund Hotel No. 199 Huangpu Road, Shanghai, China
As of 25 May, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is enforced. The GDPR was designed to reshape the approach to data protection across the EU and to protect the privacy of its citizens. The GDPR affects IT and business processes of EU-based companies as well as non-EU companies directing activities at the EU. During this breakfast session, Roan Lamp from De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek and Philippe Snel from De Wolf will provide an introduction to the GDPR and share best practices to comply with its obligations. The presentation includes a comparison with China's Cybersecurity law, the GDPR's Chinese statutory equivalent.
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JUNE
29
Industrial Park Series
Organizers: AmCham Shanghai
Language: English
Cost: Free
Date: Friday, 29th June
Time: 14:00 – 16:00
Address: AmCham Shanghai Conference Center Suite 568, Shanghai Centre, 1376 Nanjing Road West, Shanghai, China
In recent years, Jinshan Industrial Park has enjoyed sustained economic growth via its strategic focus on smart manufacturing. With clusters of high-tech firms, the industrial park has played a leading role in the development of the advanced manufacturing sector in the Yangtze River Delta. Major efforts are devoted to developing new display technologies, integrated circuits, new materials and machinery manufacturing, leading to rapid developments in intelligent manufacturing.
In addition to high-tech industries, its geographic location also gives the industrial park a unique edge. Located in suburban Shanghai, it can be easily accessed from the core of Shanghai. Moreover, the park doesn't face as many manufacturing restrictions as the central Shanghai region. The government is also introducing a series of favorable policies and investment incentives to support the manufacturing industry in the region.
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JUNE
29
June Aussie Drinks at M Glam
Organizers: Monash University; AustCham Shanghai
Language: English
Cost: 120 RMB
Date: Friday, 29th June
Time: 18:30 – 21:30
Address: M Glam, West 7F, 5 The Bund, Shanghai
This month, Monash University & AustCham Shanghai together proudly bring you Aussie Drinks at M Glam, one of Shanghai’s most glamorous nightspots. Come early for a Book Launch and Monash Alumni networking, 6-6:30pm. Then come and enjoy fresh drinks as usual from 6:30pm, great company whilst soaking up stunning views of the Bund and the city.
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June
25
Visa Application Process & Travel Management Seminar at Shenyang
Organizers: German Chamber of Commerce; German Consulate General, German Industry & Commerce Beijing; Lufthansa German Airlines Office Shenyang
Languages: English and Chinese
Cost: 200 RMB
Date: Monday 25 June
Time: 14:30 – 17:00
Address: Consulate General of the Federal Republic of Germany Shenyang 21F, CR Building, No. 286 Qing Nian Avenue, Heping District Shenyang, Liaoning, China
The application for business visa to Germany for local managers, employees and business partners is of high importance for German companies in China. However, Chinese business travelers are often facing changes and updates of procedures and visa regulations. In particular after the introduction of the Visa Information System (VIS), since when every person is required to provide biometric data (fingerprints and photo) to apply for a Schengen Visa, HR departments are often uncertain to cope with these new requirements.
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June
26
Reading Club in Chengdu
Organizers: Zhonglun Law Firm
Languages: English
Cost: Free
Date: Tuesday 26th June Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Address: Zhonglun Law Firm 6F East Building, La De Fang Si, 1480 Tianfu Avenue, Chengdu, Sichuan, P.R. China 610041
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June
27
UK-China Intellectual Property Forum in Shenzhen
Organizers: British Chamber of Commerce
Languages: English and Chinese
Cost: Free
Date: Wednesday 27th June Time: 13:30 – 17:00
Address: Jasmine Room, 7/F, Four Seasons Shenzhen, 138 Fuhua San Road, Futian District, Shenzhen
In the past few years, Shenzhen has been implementing its Innovation-Driven Development Strategy and has achieved remarkable achievements in terms of intellectual property (IP) innovation. In 2017, the number of patent applications in Shenzhen increased by 34.8% compared to 2016 to 177,000, making the city deservedly named China’s City of Innovation. An increasing number of foreign enterprises are entering Shenzhen while more and more Shenzhen enterprises are expanding globally. During this process, the innovation and protection of IP rights has always been an essential ingredient for success for companies entering a new market.
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