The Construction Working Group will hold Chair elections on March 20, 17.00 China time. At that meeting, the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the sector as well as the Position Paper for the group will be discussed.
The impact of the coronavirus has been felt on the Real State sector. Members will offer testimonies on the impact. Government policy support to recover after the crisis as well as opportunities for improvement in terms of building quality and safety (e.g. materials that act against the virus) will be discussed.
The Chairperson and Vice Chairs play a crucial role in driving the Working Group, including a leading role in the drafting of the annual Position Paper, in communicating key messages to Chinese and European government authorities, and in steering activities of the Working Group. The ideal Chair and Vice Chair is a senior industry representative with relevant expertise and government contacts who has the time and willingness to support the Working Group for 12 months. Previous participation in the Working Group is essential. Before applying for the position of Chair or Vice Chair, we recommend that you obtain approval from your company.
The maximum duration of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson position is three consecutive years. Only candidates who are physically based in China are eligible to run for Chair or Vice Chair positions.
The Construction Working Group is going to elect one National Chair (either in Beijing and Shanghai) and a maximum of three Vice Chairs (in both Beijing and Shanghai).
Tentative Agenda (precise details will come later)
- 17:00-17:10 Opening Remarks and Introduction
- 17:10-17:30 Presentation of Chair candidates
- 17:30-17:40 Voting
- 17:40-17:45 Announcement of results
- 17:45-18:10 The Impact of COVID-19 on the Real State sector
- 18:10-18:25 Discussion on the Position Paper
- 18:25-18:30 Closing statements
f you are interested in running for Chair or Vice Chair, please submit the following information to pgalvez@europeanchamber.com.cn or cSvensson@europeanchamber.com.cn before Friday, 6th March, COB:
- Short resume/CV
- Motivation letter on why you wish to be elected Chair or Vice Chair, including:
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- Why you wish to be elected Chair or Vice Chair
- How your background and experience match the role
- The goals you have for the Construction working group over the following 12 months
- How you intend to utilize or share professional resources for the benefit of the Working Group