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China, EU to hold talks on solar dispute
BEIJING (AFP) - China said Tuesday it will this week hold talks with the European Union in a bid to resolve a dispute over solar panels and other business issues, as tensions between the two risk escalating into a trade war.
Read moreFinancial performance and optimism is waning for European companies in China, but growth opportunities through reform are identified
Beijing, 30 May 2013 – Pressures from increasingly challenging market and economic conditions in China, which are exacerbated by a regulatory environment that continues to be demanding and at times discriminatory, have led to a clear downturn in profitability and revenue growth for European companies.
Read moreEU chamber delegation meets with Liaoning government officials
On 14th May, the European Chamber had several productive meetings with the provincial and municipal officials in Shenyang, Liaoning Province.
Read moreShenyang members enjoyed the leisure moment in a summer night event!
In May 25th, an outdoor wine party was hold by Chamber in Shenyang. Our members enjoyed the leisure moment in a summer night with their family; meanwhile, they gain a wide range of networking opportunities.
Read moreThe First Book Presentation Introducing a Foreign Author and Masterpiece in Shenyang
Mr. Gilbert van Kerckhove, chairman of Chamber's Public Procurement Working Group, gave the first book presentation the city of Shenyang ever had to introduce a foreign author and masterpiece at May 13.
Read moreA Whole Day's Harvest on Financial Knowledge
The Treasurer of EUCCC Mr. Francois Bernard came to Shenyang to do a whole day financial training for local executives.
Read moreEuropean Chamber’s annual conference brings business and government together in Beijing to discuss China’s ‘Road to Reform’
More than three quarters of European businesses in China believe that improvements in regulatory transparency and rule of law will be the most important catalyst for sustained economic growth in China, according to the European Chamber.
Read moreDeepest Condolences to Ya'an Earthquake Victims
The European Chamber is deeply saddened and concerned by the considerable loss of life, injury and damage caused by the earthquake in Ya'an, Sichuan. We offer all those affected our deepest condolences and compassion.
Read moreNice to see you, EU
EUROPE was the main destination last year for Chinese overseas direct investment (ODI). According to a new report by A CAPITAL, an investment fund, Chinese ODI into Europe in 2012 shot up to $12.6 billion (see chart), 21% more than in 2011. Though some countries are equivocal about a Chinese presence (see article) others welcomed investment in companies ranging from Weetabix, an English food brand, to EDP, a Portuguese utility.
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