Advocacy Actions
Meeting with FDA to Explore Potential Collaborations
A meeting was held between COCIR China Representative Jessica Yuan, Government Affairs Desk Manager Xuanyi Wang, and FDA International Relations Specialist Scott Gonzalez to discuss potential collaborations between the HCE Working Group and FDA. The meeting focused on policy advocacy in China and the possibility of organising a joint training session to provide information on EU and US regulations for stakeholders in China.
Read moreEuropean Chamber Energy Working Group Chair Spoke at the 11th EU-China Energy Dialogue
On 12th October, Zhonghua Xu, European Chamber Energy Working Group Chair spoke at the 11th EU-China Energy Dialogue in Beijing. The Dialogue was co-chaired by Kadri Simson, EU Commissioner for Energy and Zhang Jianhua, Administrator of China's National Energy Administration. The EU-China energy dialogue was established in 1994 and was deepened and intensified by the 2019 joint statement on the implementation of EU-China cooperation.
Read moreMeeting with Matthew Baldwin, Deputy Director-General of DG ENER
On 12th October, European Chamber representatives had an informal meeting with Mr. Matthew Baldwin, Deputy Director-General of DG ENER at the Peninsula Hotel in Beijing, and presented the Chamber's key publications.
Read moreCEO Luncheon with H.E. Mr Josep Borrell Fontelles, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs & Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission (HR/VP)
On 12th October, the European Chamber invited High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission Josep Borrell Fontelles to meet with our Advisory Council members representing a cross-section of industries for a luncheon meeting in Shanghai.
Read moreEuropean Chamber Held Exclusive Dialogue with Deputy Director General Tang Song of Foreign Investment Department of Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) on 24 Points
On 12th October, the European Chamber held an exclusive dialogue with Mr Tang Song, Deputy Director General (DDG) of Foreign Investment Department of Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), in Beijing.
Read moreMeeting with China Quality Certification Centre (CQC)
On 11th October, the Chair of the Quality and Safety Services Sub-working Group, Lily Zhang, met with representatives from the International Cooperation Department of China Quality Certification Centre (CQC).
Read moreLuncheon with Kadri Simson, EU Commissioner for Energy
On 11th October, Gianni Di Giovanni, Advisory Council member of the European Chamber met with the EU Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson.
Read moreSME Shanghai Government Dialogue
On 11th October 2023, the European Chamber Shanghai Chapter, hosted the small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) Shanghai Government Dialogue, together with the EU SME Centre. Attended by representatives of more than 10 government officials and 20 SMEs, the event provided an opportunity for European SMEs to connect with Chinese local government to deepen engagement, network and exchange experiences with other SMEs operating in China.
Paediatric Nutrition Desk and Food for Special Medical Purposes Advisory Committee EUD Meeting with EUD Agriculture Counsellor and Trade Counsellor
On 10th October, Paediatric Nutrition Desk and Food for Special Medical Purposes Advisory Committee convened an EUD meeting with EUD Agriculture Counsellor and Trade Counsellor.
Read moreAdvocacy Letter on New Social Insurance Law
Amidst the transformative 14th 5-year plan on Human Resources and Social Security, the European Chamber recognizes the crucial upgrades in China's social security regime, advocating for policies that balance compliance without escalating operational costs or impeding employee benefits during the transition. Highlighting the challenges faced by member companies regarding social insurance enrollment, the Chamber urges for a more inclusive approach, suggesting practical measures to allow European companies to adapt to the evolving legal landscape in China.
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