Advocacy Actions
Meeting with Jiangsu Development and Reform Commission (Jiangsu Energy Bureau)
On 22nd November 2021, the European Chamber Shanghai and Nanjing Chapters jointly hosted an online meeting with the Jiangsu Development and Reform Commission (Energy Bureau of Jiangsu) focused on the policy interpretation of the ‘dual control’ energy strategy and its overarching impact on the business landscape for foreign investment.
Key concerns raised from the National Vice Chair of the Energy Working Group focused on industry efficiency benchmarks issued last week by the NDRC, including the potential timeline for the launch of the benchmark and whether companies would continue to face issues on total energy consumption. Further comments from the European business community were made outlining the negative impact of this year’s power shortages on the investment confidence from European HQs, and opportunities regarding green power investment and concerns over long-term access to green energy.
The Deputy Director General of the Jiangsu Development and Reform Commission (Jiangsu Energy Bureau) reiterated that prior notice would be provided for future power cuts to enable member companies to make arrangements in advance, while energy-intensive industries would be prioritised for the implementation of the industry benchmarks. Jiangsu provincial government leaders also stressed the importance of stabilising foreign investment by mitigating the power shortages and building on the foundation for energy development in Jiangsu.
Comments to National People's Congress (NPC) on the Anti-monopoly Law of the People's Republic of China (Draft Amendments)
The European Chamber submitted comments to National People's Congress (NPC) on the Anti-monopoly Law of the People's Republic of China (Draft Amendments) on 19th November.
Read moreComments to Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE) on the Code of Practice for Managing the Suspension and Resumption of Review Timing in NMPA’s Drug Review Process (Trial) (Draft for comment)
On 17th November, the European Chamber Pharmaceutical Working Group submitted comments to Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE) on the Code of Practice for Managing the Suspension and Resumption of Review Timing in NMPA’s Drug Review Process (Trial) (Draft for comment).
Read moreChina-Europe Offshore Wind Power Cooperation Forum | 中欧海上风电产业合作与技术创新论坛
On 16th November, the first China-Europe Offshore Wind Power Cooperation Forum, which was jointly organised by the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (European Chamber), China Renewable Energy Engineering Institute, Huaneng Clean Energy Research Institute and Yancheng Municipal People’s Government, took place in Yancheng, Jiangsu, and online. More than 200 people joined the onsite event, including Chinese and European authorities, international organisations, local government officials and key industry players.
Read moreEuropean Chamber President participates in a meeting of the European Parliament INTA Monitoring Group on China
On 16th November, European Chamber President Joerg Wuttke joined a European Parliament INTA Committee meeting of the China Monitoring Group.
Read moreParticipation in the Yancheng Hydrogen Energy Summit
European Chamber Energy Working Group representatives participated in the Yancheng Hydrogen Energy Summit on 15th November, jointly organised by the China Hydrogen Alliance and Yancheng Municipal People’s Government, and supported by the China-Europe Energy Innovation Cooperation Office.
Read moreEuropean Chamber Meeting with the International Cooperation Center of the NDRC
On 15th November, the European Chamber met with officials from the International Cooperation Center of the National Development Reform Commission (NDRC) to discuss the cooperation on decarbonization initiatives.
European Chamber representatives meet with Director-General for DG GROW Kerstin Jorna
On 15th November, a delegation of senior European Chamber representatives let by Secretary General Adam Dunnett met with Director-General for DG GROW Kerstin Jorna.
Read morePolicy Interpretation by Zhoushan Municipal Government on R&D and Shipbuilding
The meeting agenda focused on policy interpretation of R&D and shipbuilding in Zhoushan ports, especially in relation to decarbonisation of shipping. The WG also presented the Maritime Manufacturing & Industrial Services Working Group Position Paper 2021/2022, and the two parties discussed some of the concerns raised.
Read moreMs. Bettina Schoen shared views at the 2021 Shanghai City Promotion Convention
European Chamber Vice President Bettina Schoen shared views at the 2021 Shanghai City Promotion Convention held at the Shanghai Tower on November 6th
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