Advocacy Actions
Submitted Comments on Implementation Opinions of the State Administration for Market Regulation on Promoting Traceability of Quality Safety of Key Industrial Products (Draft for Comments) to the SAMR
On 30th August, the Chamber submitted comments from Environment, Standards and Conformity Assessment, Healthcare Equipment, and Quality and Safety Services working groups on the Implementation Opinions of the State Administration for Market Regulation on Promoting Traceability of Quality Safety of Key Industrial Products (Draft for Comments) to the SAMR.
Read moreCall 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 3rd China-Europe Energy Technology Innovation Cooperation Forum Successfully Held in Guangzhou
On 27th–28th August 2024, the Third China-Europe Energy Technology Innovation Cooperation Forum, jointly co-organised by the European Chamber, China Electric Power Planning & Engineering Institute and China Southern Power Grid, was successfully held in Guangzhou. The forum, themed "Innovating Together for Shared Future – Promoting Mutually Beneficial Cooperation on Energy Technologies Between China and Europe," gathered representatives from energy authorities, embassies and consulates, industry players, research institutes and financial institutions from China and Europe. They engaged in discussions and shared insights on innovative practices in new types of power systems, hydrogen energy, smart energy, energy storage and wind power. The forum attracted 400 attendees on-site and 550,000 online.
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.
Meeting with the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) on Digitalisation of Product Labelling, Markings, and In-Box materials
On 23rd August 2024, the European Chamber representatives paid a visit to the SAMR and met up with Mr Li Zhenghai Division II Director of Regulatory Affairs Department, and his colleagues from departments of international affairs, quality supervision, quality development, and standard innovation.
Read moreMeeting 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.
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