European Chamber PRD Meeting with Ambassador Abou Go back »
2007-04-11 | South China
European Chamber PRD Meeting with Ambassador AbouThe PRD European Chamber was delighted to welcome Ambassador Abou of the EU Delegation to Guangzhou on April 9th. The meeting was attended by several distinguished industry leaders; all board members and some members, representing the business community.
Mr. Serge ABOU opened with a brief overview of Europe and commented that the EU Delegation’s visit is a reflection of the importance of the Pearl River Delta (PRD) region as a major manufacturing base. He went on to give a positive assessment of the economic relationship between the European Union and China.
During the meeting the corporate representatives took the opportunity to quiz the Ambassador on a number of specific issues which are of particular interest in the PRD. The Ambassador noted the concerns, such as those relating to HR and IPR, and agreed to bring them to the attention of the local authorities.
The meeting was successful and highly participative. Building on its dynamic growth over the last 10 months, the PRD Chapter of the European Chamber will continue to push for reforms which will improve the business environment to the mutual benefit of China and European companies with business interests here.