The European Chamber is pleased to invite you to a Public Procurement Working Group Meeting on Wednesday, 19th April 2006 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at European Chamber Beijing Office.
Agenda
1. Update on the visit of EU Commissioner McCreevy
- Industry briefing 15th May
- High-level GP conference 16th May (EUCTP)
- First session of EU-China GP Regulatory Dialogue 17th May
- Possible E-Government Procurement conference 18th & 19th May (Organisers: WB, ADB and MOF)
2. WTO Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) - Presentation by EUCTP
- Negotiations
- Scope of the agreement
- Implementation
3. Position Paper 2006 Key Recommendations
- Deadline to finalise the Working Group's key recommendations: 15th May
- Deadline to finalise the Position Paper: 12th June
4. Working Group Elections
The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson play key roles in driving the development of the Working Group. With support from the Business Manager, taking up this key position will enable you to drive forward the Working Group's ambitions as well as advocating the key concerns and recommendations of industry to senior policy makers in China and Europe. You would also serve as spokesperson in efforts to raise the Group's visibility in the media. We invite you to send your candidacy to the Business Manager on dsalaun@euccc.com.cn, tel. 6462 2066, ext. 25
To confirm your attendance, please contact Ms. Caroline Bevernage on cbevernage@euccc.com.cn.
Kindly note, that the meeting is open for members only. For further information about the Working Group or how to become a member, please contact business manager Mr. Max Quillen at mquillen@euccc.com.cn.