On August 13th 2023, the State Council of China released the Opinions on Further Optimising the Foreign Investment Environment and Increasing Efforts to Attract Foreign Investment. This is a positive message, signalling China’s continued drive to open up to the world economy. In addition, the Chinese government aims to spur the growth of the private economy. The year 2023 has been a year of continuously boosting the private economy with policies aimed at tackling challenges in finance and trade.

• 2023-11-22 | 14:00 - 17:00
• Conrad Hotel Shanghai 上海康莱德酒店

As part of its 30/60 carbon neutrality goals, China set a goal for renewable energy to exceed fossil fuel capacity by 2025, a target that has already been reached two years ahead of schedule. Renewable energy sources, as China defines them, now make up over half of the country’s power capacity. However, China’s energy consumption mix remains heavily reliant on fossil fuels, with China’s coal usage exceeding the rest of the world combined in 2022. With climate change-induced power shortages and extreme weather conditions becoming more frequent, the path towards carbon neutrality will be crucial for China to maintain its competitiveness as a global manufacturing powerhouse.

• 2023-10-30 | 14:30 - 18:00
• European Chamber Shanghai Office

This year, we are focusing on two key themes that are shaping the HR landscape in China and beyond: the impact of the Personal Information Protection Law on HR operations, and the intersection of ESG and talent retention.

The European Chamber invites HR leaders to join us for this event, where you can connect with peers, learn from experts, and gain insights into the latest trends and best practices in HR.

• 2023-10-19 | 14:30 - 18:00
• Swissotel Grand Shanghai

The European Chamber is delighted to invite you to participate in 3rd Carbon Neutrality Conference: Shaping a world of trust on the Journey of decarbonization at Shangri- La Hotel Tianjin on Friday, 22nd September 2023.

中国欧盟商会诚挚邀请您参加2023年9月22-23日周五和周六，在天津香格里拉酒店举办的第三届碳中和大会- 重塑信任，共创绿色未来。

• 2023-09-22 - 2023-09-23 | 14:00 - 21:00
• Grand Ballroom 2&3, 2F of Shangri-La Hotel Tianjin

The European Chamber is pleased to invite you to the 2023 Sustainable Business Awards Conference & Ceremony: Embracing the Green Transition & Measuring Unexpected Impacts. Commemorating the 7th annual Sustainable Business Awards (SBA) in collaboration with SynTao as the knowledge partner, the SBA rewards companies that put sustainable economic growth, green development, innovation, risk management and social welfare at the forefront of their values.

The conference will explore the intricacies of accelerating the green transition and measuring sustainability, with insights from experts from across industries. Followed by a ceremony to announce this year’s Sustainable Business Awards winners.

• 2023-09-06 | 14:30 - 18:00
• The Langham Xintiandi, Shanghai

Cybersecurity Law has heavy impact the business community in China; particularly, cross-border data transfer requirements are likely to be thorny for companies. The Measures for Security Assessment of Data Exports came into force on 1st September, 2022, to guide and assist data handlers in standardising and orderly reporting security assessments for data export.

What are the latest policies on cross-border data transfers, data authentication and data sharing? By analysing data export policies, foreign companies taking a global approach to cybersecurity and compliance can revise their regional cybersecurity policies and current cybersecurity practices.

The European Chamber’s Cybersecurity Conference 2023 will bring together professionals and experts from law/consulting firms, different industrial players, and major data processors to share their insights on the future of China’s data flow security landscape and possible solutions for all relevant parties.

• 2023-08-08 | 14:00 - 17:00
• Swissotel Grand Shanghai

The European Chamber, in collaboration with Roland Berger, cordially invites you to attend the launch of its Business Confidence Survey (BCS) 2023 on 21st June, from 14:00–16:00 (Beijing time).

At the event, Mr Carlo Diego D'Andrea, Vice President of the European Chamber and Chairman of the Shanghai Board will present the key national findings of this year’s survey with a local Shanghai focus to explore the reasons behind Shanghai’s decreasing allure as a destination for regional HQs.

Since China ended its ‘zero-COVID’ strategy, Chinese officials have been on a charm offensive in an attempt to restore the country’s allure as an investment destination. However, more will need to be done if China is to successfully reverse the deterioration of business sentiment that has taken place over the past three years.

European companies have already begun shifting investments overseas and faced with growing risks and a more volatile operating environment, many have adjusted their investment and operational strategies. There is now an increased focus on making operations more durable—for example, through localisation or diversification of supply chains—as opposed to capturing market share. With China’s economy facing numerous headwinds, this trend appears set to continue at least into the medium-term.

• 2023-06-21 | 14:00 - 16:00
• Zoom/ European Chamber Shanghai Office

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China has the pleasure to cordially invite you to the seminar “Green Transition Through Innovation and Energy Efficiency” co-organised with Consulate General of Sweden in Shanghai and Business Sweden as part of Sweden’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

The seminar will take place at 09:30 – 12:00 on June 13 at the Primus Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao (No. 100 Lane 1588 Zhuguang Road 诸光路1588弄100号) and is organised as a side event of the 2023 Shanghai International Carbon Neutral Technology, Products and Achievements Expo hosted by the Council for the Promotion of International Trade Shanghai.

The seminar will focus on the importance of energy efficiency in driving the green transition and will explore innovative solutions to promote sustainable practices. The event will also feature insights based on the work conducted through the Swedish Pioneer the Possible China Platform, which provides support to Swedish companies in their efforts to reach carbon neutrality goals.

To RSVP, please reply to Stephanie Sam (European Chamber) at : ssam@europeanchamber.com.cn by June 9.

• 2023-06-13 - 2023-06-13 | 09:30 - 12:00
• Primus Hotel Shanghai Hongqiao

European Chamber Tianjin Chapter Annual General Meeting and 2023-2025 Local Board Election will take place at Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin on 12th May 2023. 中国欧盟商会天津分会2023年度大会暨2023-2025年度董事选举鸡尾酒会将于2023年5月12日在天津四季酒店举行，诚挚邀请会员出席。

• 2023-05-12 | 17:00 - 20:00
• Four Seasons Ballroom 1,5F, Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin

Looking forward, how will opening up impact the China market in 2023? What opportunities does it bring? What are the prospects for the China market at both the industry and aggregate level? What steps do businesses need to take to ensure their operations remain both flexible and resilient? And how can Chinese policymakers shore up the business environment and restore investor confidence?

Join us on 29th March 2023 to hear from leading business executives and experts on these topics and more.

• 2023-03-29 | 14:00 - 16:30
• Swissotel Grand Shanghai