In China, more than 60% of consumers consider health to be the top priority in their daily lives; Compared to a year ago, they are paying more attention to their health. More notably, people are willing to increase health-related spending if overall consumption levels decline.

As China continues to prioritise health and innovation, Nansha District of Guangzhou is emerging as a burgeoning hub of biomedical industry. Building on the momentum of the "Overall development plan of Nansha, Guangzhou," Nansha district is leveraging favorable policies to become a key player in the biomedical sector.

In April 2024, Nansha released the "Support Measures for Promoting the High-quality Development of the Biomedicine Industry in Guangzhou Nansha," supporting the development of Nansha biomedicine companies in areas such as clinical trials and scenario applications. In September 2024, the Ministry of Commerce, the National Health Commission, and the National Medical Products Administration issued a notice to launch a pilot program for expanded openness in the medical field. In regions like the China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade Zone, foreign enterprises are allowed to engage in the development and application of human stem cell, gene diagnosis and therapeutic technologies for product registration, launch, and production. Additionally, wholly foreign-owned hospitals are permitted to be established in cities such as Guangzhou. These significant measures have been rolled out in succession, accelerating the aggregation and realisation of high-level opening-up development achievements in Guangzhou Nansha.



This event aims to showcase Nansha’s unique development opportunities and growth potential, highlighting recent industry developments and fostering strategic collaboration between the Yangtze River Delta, the Greater Bay Area, and global markets. This event is a prime opportunity for biomedical enterprises to engage with Nansha’s dynamic business environment, supported by robust policies and a commitment to innovation. We are inviting Guangzhou Municipla Health Commission, Guangzhou Municipal Industry and Information Technology Bureau, Guangzhou Municipal Commerce Bureau, Guangzhou Municipla Healthcare Securities Bureau, Office of Canton Investment Development Commission and People's Government of Nansha District.

• 2024-10-15 | 15:00 - 18:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

Adding another milestone to the growing ecosystem of EU sustainability regulation, the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive ("CSDDD") entered into force on 25th July 2024. This substantial piece of legislation is designed to mandate certain large EU and non-EU companies operating in the EU to conduct risk-based human rights and environmental due diligence.

• 2024-10-14 | 14:30 - 17:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 中国欧盟商会上海分会办公室

On 30th September, the State Council officially released the Network Data Security Administrative Regulations to regulate network data processing activities, safeguard network data security and promote the reasonable and effective use of network data. The Regulations included key legal requirements related to personal information protection, security of important data, and security management of cross-border network data.

To help members better understand this regulations, the European Chamber is honoured to invite Professor Cui Congcong from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications to give us a policy interpretation session on the Network Data Security Administrative Regulations on the afternoon of this Saturday, 12th October. Professor Cui Congcong is one of the main members who was deeply involved in the formulation of this regulations.

• 2024-10-12 | 16:00 - 18:00
• European Chamber Beijing Office C405

The hazardous chemicals industry in China has faced increasing regulatory scrutiny in recent years, with the introduction of traceability code policies across different provinces and municipalities. Starting with Guangdong Province in 2021, these policies have introduced QR codes to enhance safety, traceability, and oversight of hazardous chemicals. However, the lack of a unified national approach has led to significant challenges for companies. With each region enforcing its own version of the QR code requirements, compliance has become inconsistent and costly for businesses operating across multiple regions. Moreover, the lack of national endorsement for a single, standardised approach has made companies hesitant to invest in necessary system modifications, such as changes to SAP systems, which are resource and time-intensive.

• 2024-10-09 - 2024-10-09 | 14:00 - 16:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 中国欧盟商会上海办公室 & Teams

On 23rd September, the European Chamber Shanghai Chapter will launch the European Business in China Position Paper 2024/2025 (Position Paper 2024/2025), the culmination of six months dedicated work by our 50 working groups, sub-working groups, desks and fora. This year’s Executive Position Paper focuses on the lack of progress made by the Chinese authorities on pro-business reform pledges announced in the past year.

• 2024-09-23 | 14:30 - 16:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 欧盟商会上海分会办公室

Environment, Carbon Market, and Banking and Securities (sub-)Working Groups are delighted to invite the Chamber members to join the cross-working group meeting on Sustainable Manufacturing Outlook in China: ESG Regulation and Green Finance, scheduled on Monday 23rd September, 15:00-16:00, at Tomra office in Beijing.

• 2024-09-23 | 15:00 - 16:30
• Tomra Office, Beijing

Join us on 19th September for a discussion on the implications of the 2024 French Parliamentary Elections and France’s broader political landscape on the dynamic relationship between the EU and China. With France playing a pivotal role in EU agenda-setting, its domestic political landscape.

Our esteemed speakers will share their perspectives on above issues and engage in a thought-provoking discussion, analysing the current trends post-French elections and their ripple effects in the EU-China relationship.

• 2024-09-19 | 15:00 - 16:30
• Teams/ European Chamber Office Beijing, 4th Floor, Room C405

The European Chamber Shanghai Chapter is delighted to invite you to have a meeting with the Minister Counsellor for Trade at the EU Delegation to China Ms Marjut Hannonen Friday, 13th September, in our Shanghai office.

• 2024-09-13 | 14:30 - 16:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office 中国欧盟商会上海办公室

HR Initiative Seminar - Company Cost Control Practice: Pay and Performance Structure Design 企业成本管控实操之薪酬和绩效结构设计座谈会

• 2024-09-13 | 14:00 - 16:30
• European Chamber Office Tianjin, 41 Floor, Meeting Room

European Chamber Auto Components, Finance and Taxation Working Group are pleased to invite you to upcoming joint working group meeting “Tax and Customs Practice in Auto Sector under the New Tarriff Law Background”, which is taking place on Thursday 12th September at 15:00-16:30, in the European Chamber Shanghai Office and Online.

• 2024-09-12 - 2024-09-12 | 15:00 - 16:30
• European Chamber Shanghai Office