Press Releases
Stance on the Plan to Develop Shenzhen into a Demonstration Area of Socialism With Chinese Characteristics in the Next Five Years
The European Chamber is encouraged by certain measures under the plan that indicate a commitment to creating a market-orientated, international business environment, such as those aimed at strengthening intellectual property rights (IPR) protection.
Read moreEuropean Chamber Stance on United Front Work In China’s Private Sector
Since the promulgation of the Opinions, the European business community has become concerned about the possible direct and indirect implications of the document and what they mean for predictability and business decision-making.
Read moreChamber Lauds Latest Change in Foreign National Returnee Policy, Now Looks to Students
The European Chamber is highly encouraged by the recent relaxation of travel restrictions on foreign nationals. Announced by the MFA on 23rd September, the new policy should facilitate the return of more Europeans back home to China.
Read moreEuropean Chamber Welcomes EU-China Talks, Laments Slow Progress on Investment Deal
The European Chamber is encouraged that the EU and China summoned the political will to hold this important meeting. The frank discussions that took place on a range of sensitive issues indicates a growing maturity in the relationship.
Read moreEuropean Chamber Stresses Urgency for Reform, Calls for Bold Commitments on EU-China Investment Agreement by Year’s End
The Position Paper details how persistent issues, such as limited market access and a complex regulatory environment, prevent European businesses from contributing fully to China’s sustainable development.
Read moreEuropean Chamber welcomes improved policy for foreign residents returning to China, calls for greater clarity and consistency
The European Chamber has for some months been strongly advocating better mechanisms to facilitate the timely and safe return of foreign residents to China, and is encouraged by this positive development.
Read moreChina’s ‘international city’ still bars many of its foreign residents from returning
In July 2020, the Shanghai Chapter of the European Union Chamber of Commerce surveyed its member companies to assess the difficulties they are facing in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 143 members responded.
Read moreChamber statement on the recent CRSC announcement on custodian licence requirements
The European Chamber views the China Securities Regulatory Commission’s and China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission’s recently updated requirements for applying for onshore custodian licences as a very constructive development.
Read moreStance on the Updated Negative List for Foreign Investment
The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (European Chamber) views the updated Negative List for Foreign Investment as another small step forward in China’s reform and opening up agenda.
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