EURObiz Issue 65 (November/December 2021)

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On 11th December 2021, China will mark the 20th anniversary of its accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). This is also a significant date for the European Chamber, as monitoring China’s adherence to its WTO commitments was part of the reason why the Chamber was founded. The November/December 2021 issue of EURObiz looks at 20 years of China in the WTO, and the changes its accession brought for China itself, the global economy, international relations and European businesses on the ground.

Also featured in this edition:

  • COP15 in China: Why and how businesses should nurture their future success in nature
  • Auditing Supply Chains: How to review your suppliers in China
  • Digitalising Human Resources: The era of electronic labour contracts is coming

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EURObiz Issue 64 (September/October 2021)

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Anybody that reads—or even just flicks through—our recently published Position Paper 2021/2022 will see that access to public procurement is a common concern for many of our member companies. In some industries, direct barriers like negative lists or ‘Buy China’ policies remain, while in other industries, indirect barriers like opaque procedures or onerous licensing requirements prevent participation. The September/October 2021 issue of EURObiz looks at public procurement in China, and the opportunities and challenges for European companies.

Also featured in this edition:

  • Three Design Lessons: For the post-pandemic city
  • Laying the Cornerstone: China’s data protection regime tells us how the resource is valued
  • European SMEs in China: The current policy environment for small and medium-sized enterprises

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EURObiz Issue 63 (July/August 2021)

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With all aspects of society becoming increasingly digitised, an incredible amount of personal information is now available online, and not always with the data subjects’ knowledge or consent. This can leave people exposed to exploitation or blackmail, if their data gets into the wrong hands. China is now taking steps to control how personal information gathered within its borders can be used and should be stored by businesses. The July/August 2021 issue of EURObiz looks at the Personal Information Protection Law, and the possible implications for European companies.

Also featured in this edition:

  • China’s New Data Rules: Major takeaways impacting the entire automotive industry
  • Firm Legal Roots: China’s new Judicial Interpretation for Plant Variety Rights Cases
  • Maintaining Flow: How to finance your business in China

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EURObiz Issue 62 (May/June 2021)

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Financial commentators seem to be unanimous in predicting China and the wider Asia region will have the highest rates of economic growth this year, so how can China-based enterprises take advantage of this? The May/June 2021 issue of EURObiz looks at private equity investment, and where opportunities and risks may lie for European investors and companies.

Also featured in this edition:

  • Darkness Navigated: European Business in China Business Confidence Survey 2021
  • A Blend of the Old and the New: The European Chamber Annual General Meeting
  • Good Manufacturing Practices: Benefits of regulatory changes in China for the cosmetics industry.

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EURObiz Issue 61 (March/April 2021)

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Dual circulation has been the talk of the town since it was promoted as part of China’s 14th Five-year Plan. However, boosting the domestic economy has always been a priority for the Chinese Government. The March/April 2021 issue of EURObiz looks at how the dual circulation version of this strategy may affect European business, and the role of Five-year Plans in the development of China’s economy.

Also featured in this edition:

  • Talent Competition: Attracting and retaining foreign talent in times of COVID-19
  • China’s Service Sector at a Glance: Investment opportunities for foreign-owned companies
  • Invigilating Foreign Investors: China’s new security review measures for speculation in ‘sensitive’ areas

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EURObiz Issue 60 (January/February 2021)

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In the wake of the pandemic and the United States (US)-China trade war, there appeared to be a growing trend towards ‘decoupling’ of US/China/European markets and companies. The January/February 2021 issue of EURObiz delves deeper into why this situation arose, how such decoupling would affect European business in China, and the ways in which cooperation can drive sustainable economic growth.

Also featured in this edition:

  • Taking a Step Back: Re-conceptualising China’s Corporate Social Credit System and why foreign companies need to learn to coexist with it
  • Get Prepared for Business After Brexit: UKCA conformity assessment requirements from 1st January 2021
  • Shaping Europe’s Cyber Future: The game-changing Digital Services Act

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