Introduction

With the new regulations for Representative Offices that have been issued and implemented, it has become increasingly clear that Representative Offices have fewer advantages than before and as a result may no longer be an optimal solution for foreign investors in China.

This seminar will address typical issues encountered by companies when setting up their business in China. With a practical approach, the speakers will focus on how Limited Companies can be more effective in legal as well as tax perspectives and hence, more beneficial in the long-term.

Speaker:

Kristina Koehler, Director of Klako Group
Kristina has worked in the Chinese legal and accounting industry since 2003 when she joined Klako Group as its China Director. Fluent in English, German, French and Mandarin, Kristina advises and represents Western clients (mainly European, North & South American and Australian) with their business interests in China. She has worked on numerous complex transactions including foreign direct investment including corporate (re)structuring and company liquidations, M&A deals and frequently advises on and represents foreign clients in tax, accounting and trade related matters.

Kristina is co-author of Klako Group’s monthly magazine, ChinaInvest.biz – which provides insight into investment, tax and operational issues for foreign companies entering and expanding throughout China. Kristina has also contributed to numerous other publications all relating to the Chinese legal, accounting and business practices and in addition frequently holds seminars, presentations and webinars at business groups and government institutions around the world.

Giampaolo Naronte,Partner,Studio Legale Zunarelli e Associati

Born on 1965, Mr. Giampaolo Naronte is the Managing Partner of Zunarelli Law Firm Shanghai Office. Doubled graduated in Political Science and Law, has joined as “China Desk Manager” in high standard Law Firms (LCA, Lega Colucci e Associati, Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe). He has a specific practice in Chinese Commercial and Company Law and Energy, assisting famous Italian brands (i.e. Cerruti, FAAC, Tonino Lamborghini, etc) for developing their business in PRC. He is member of Italy-China Foundation and consultant for the Chinese market at Milan Chamber of Trade and Commerce. Main speaker in international seminar (Move to China, Focus China, Green China) he wrote two books (in Italian language) explaining the Chinese Food Regulation and the Maritime Law in China. Fluently speaking English and Spanish language.

Agenda:

08:30 – 09:00 Registration

09:00 – 10:00 Keynote Presentation

10:00 – 10:30 Q&A

Event Terms & Conditions

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Speakers

Ms. Kristina Koehler

Co-author of ChinaInvest.biz

Ms. Kristina Koehler

Co-author of ChinaInvest.biz

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Kristina has worked in the Chinese legal and accounting industry since 2003 when she joined Klako Group as its China Director. Fluent in English, German, French and Mandarin, Kristina advises and represents Western clients (mainly European, North & South American and Australian) with their business interests in China. She has worked on numerous complex transactions including foreign direct investment including corporate (re)structuring and company liquidations, M&A deals and frequently advises on and represents foreign clients in tax, accounting and trade related matters.

Kristina is co-author of Klako Group’s monthly magazine, ChinaInvest.biz – which provides insight into investment, tax and operational issues for foreign companies entering and expanding throughout China. Kristina has also contributed to numerous other publications all relating to the Chinese legal, accounting and business practices and in addition frequently holds seminars, presentations and webinars at business groups and government institutions around the world.

Mr. Giampaolo Naronte

Managing Partner of Zunarelli Law Firm Shanghai Office

Mr. Giampaolo Naronte

Managing Partner of Zunarelli Law Firm Shanghai Office

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Bio: Born on 1965, Mr. Giampaolo Naronte is the Managing Partner of Zunarelli Law Firm Shanghai Office. Doubled graduated in Political Science and Law, has joined as “China Desk Manager” in high standard Law Firms (LCA, Lega Colucci e Associati, Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe). He has a specific practice in Chinese Commercial and Company Law and Energy, assisting famous italian brands (i.e. Cerruti, FAAC, Tonino Lamborghini…) for developing their biz in PRC. He is member of Italy-China Foundation and consultant for the Chinese market at Milan Chamber of Trade and Commerce. Main speaker in international seminar (Move to China, Focus China, Green China) he wrote two books (in italian language) explaining the Chinese Food Regulation and the Maritime Law in China. Fluently speaking english and spanish language.

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