Advocacy Actions
Call for Comments on the Provisions of the State Council on the Handling of Foreign-related Intellectual Property Disputes (Draft for Comments)
The Intellectual Property Rights Working Group submitted comments to the MOJ on 27th August 2024.
Read moreThe Energy Working Group Submitted Comments on the Regulations on Safety Protection of Power Monitoring Systems (Draft for Comments)
On 23rd August, the Energy Working Group submitted comments on the Regulations on Safety Protection of Power Monitoring Systems (Draft for Comments) to the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC).
It is suggested to refine the definitions of power monitoring systems to include predictive maintenance and lifecycle management. It is recommended that more detailed guidance on network optimisation within safety partitions and called for clarification on the use of "dedicated" networks in production control areas. Additionally, it is suggested to make changes to ensure the safe integration of new technologies and emphasise the need for clear definitions and standards for safety measures, particularly regarding supply chain security and risk management.
Into the Whole-Process People's Democracy Practice Station of the CPPCC Committees in Shanghai
On 22nd August, the European Chamber was invited to participate in “Into the Whole-Process People's Democracy Practice Station of the CPPCC Committees in Shanghai”, organised by the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) Shanghai Committee.
Chamber Shanghai Chapter Board Member Roberto Donà attended the event and raised questions regarding CPPCC's role in promoting economic growth and how foreign-invested companies can better leverage this platform. Ioana KRAFT, Vice Chair of the Investment Working Group, also joined the event and had an exchange with Yu Lijuan, Vice Chairwoman of the CPPCC Shanghai Committee, during the tea break on living experience for foreign people in Changning District.
Exclusive Meeting with Mr HE Shaojun, Deputy Special Commissioner to Shanghai, Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM)
On 21st August, the European Chamber hosted a meeting with Mr He Shaojun, Deputy Special Commissioner to Shanghai, Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) .
Chamber Vice President and Shanghai Chapter Chair Carlo D’Andrea, alongside Vice President Bruno Weill, AC members, and Working Group Chairs from auto components, environment, energy, and IPR sectors, discussed issues including financial opening, automotive aftermarket, sustainability, green development, IPR, CCUS, and access to green power.
Meeting with Representatives from Hainan Lecheng and the China Association of Medical Equipment
On 20th of August, Jessica Yuan, the representative of the Healthcare Equipment Working Group of the European Chamber, met with Ruohan Zhang, Deputy Director of the Zhenyan Division at the Lecheng Management Bureau and Head of the Lecheng International Innovation Medical Device Incubation Center.
Read moreMeeting with Embassy of the Kingdom of Denmark on Maritime Working Group 2024 H2 priorities
On 16th August 2024, the Maritime Manufacturing & Industrial Services Working Group Manager met with Maritime Counsellor of the Danish Embassy and discussed WG priorities in the second half year of 2024.
Read moreThe Environment Working Group Submitted Comments on Environment Management Guidance for Non-hazardous Industrial Solid Waste (Draft for Comments)
On 15th August, the Environment Working Group submitted comments on Environment Management Guidance for Non-hazardous Industrial Solid Waste (Draft for Comments) to the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE).
Read moreVice President of European Chamber Addresses GBA Roundtable Discussion Conference
On August 15th, Mr Klaus Zenkel, Vice President of the European Chamber and Chairman of the European Chamber South China Board, addressed the GBA Development Business Conference.
Read moreVice Chairman of European Chamber South China Board Meets with Deputy Director General of Guangzhou CCPIT
On August 14th, Mr Fabian Blake, Vice Chairman of the European Chamber South China Board, and Ms Danica Mai, Vice Chair of the SME Forum, met with a delegation led by Ms Zhang Yan, Deputy Director General of Guangzhou CCPIT, at the Chamber Guangzhou Office. The meeting, which lasted for two and a half hours, primarily focused on strengthening collaboration between the two parties and addressing the key challenges European companies operating in South China faced.
Read morePN Sub-working Group and FSMP Advisory Committee submitted an Advocacy Letter to National Health Commission on the Grace Period for the National Food Safety Standard General Rules for Infant Formulas for Special Medical Purposes (GB 25596)
On 14th August 2024, the PN Sub-working Group and FSMP Advisory Committee submitted an advocacy Letter to the National Health Commission on the grace period for the National Food Safety Standard General Rules for Infant Formulas for Special Medical Purposes (GB 25596).
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