Government Affairs Forum: The Rebalance of the Global Economy and China’s Policy Choices
Government Affairs Forum, Beijing
Date & Time: Thursday, 12th January 2012, 3:00-5:00 PM
Venue: European Chamber Beijing Office
European Chamber Beijing Office- C411A, Beijing Lufthansa Center, 50 Liangmaqiao Road, Chaoyang District
北京市朝阳区亮马桥路50 号北京燕莎中心写字楼C411A 室
Dear Member,
The European Chamber is delighted to invite you to the next Government Affairs Forum Meeting, which will be held on Thursday, 12th January 2012 from 3:00-5:00pm at the European Chamber Beijing office (see the address above).
At the meeting, we will have the pleasure to have Dr. Xiang Yu from the Department of Policy Research, Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), to come and speak to members about the Rebalance of the Global Economy and China’s Policy Choices. Dr. Xiang has been working at the department of policy research since 2005, and has been carrying out research on global economy analysis, drafting policy recommendations on foreign trade and investment, and writing speaking notes for Chinese Premiers and Ministers. He will come and share his experience and insight with our members, and answer any questions that members may have.
Tentative Agenda:
1. Government Affairs Forum Chair/Vice Chair Election
2. Presentation on “The Rebalance of the Global Economy and China's Policy Choices” by Dr Xiang Yu from MOFCOM.
3. Any Other Business
If you would like to attend the meeting, please register with Ms. Handan Xiao at hdxiao@europeanchamber.com.cn by COB Wednesday, 11th January 2012.
Working Group Chair Elections
As you may know, the Government Affairs Forum Chair and Vice Chair play a crucial role in driving the Forum which includes a leadership role in communicating key messages to the Chinese and European Government, and steering the Forum meetings and events. The desired characteristics of a Chair and Vice Chair are a senior industry representative with relevant industry expertise and government contacts that has the time and willingness to support the group. Previous participation in the Working Group is also highly valued.
Please click roles_and_responsibilities_of_wg_chairs_and_vice_chairs
Currently, Mr. Adam Dunnett (APCO) and Dr. Cyrus Ma (SGS) are candidates for the Chair position.
Should you wish to be considered for the position of Chair or Vice-Chair, please submit a short bio and letter of motivation to Ms. Yi Liu(yliu@europeanchamber.com.cn) by COB 10th January 2012.
For more information on the Government Affairs Forum or the European Chamber of Commerce in general, please contact Ms. Yi Liu at yliu@europeanchamber.com.cn