Working Group News
Open Call: Science & Technology Fellowships in China
The Science & Technology Fellowship Programme (STF-China) will give thirty researchers from EU Member States the opportunity to conduct their own research project in a Chinese host institution. This is a pilot phase of an European Commission action in China aiming at building bridges between the EU and China in the field of Science & Technology.
Read moreWorld Bank raises China 2008 growth forecast to 9.8%
China's economy is weathering the global slowdown better than expected, the World Bank said Thursday as it raised its growth forecast for the country to 9.8 percent from 9.4 percent.
European Paralympic Committee Reception and Events
In order to promote and foster the European Paralympic Movement, the European Paralympic Committee (EPC) will organise special hospitality events during the Paralympic Games (Sep. 06.-17.2008), including a top-class European reception and lounge.
Vice premier hails new strategy on IPR protection
China's new strategy to tackle Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) issues will improve IPR protection in the country and attract greater intellectual resources from aboard, Chinese Vice Premier Wang Qishan has said in an article.
Read moreEuropean Chamber meets China Council for the Promotion of Int. Trade Shenzhen
Discussion on the cooperation between CCPIT sub-council and the European Chamber
Read moreEuropean Chamber meets Shenzhen Bureau of Trade and Investment
On May 30th, the European Chamber PRD officially initiate a cooperation with SZ BTI
Read moreThe European Chamber Pearl River Delta (PRD) office celebrates its 2nd Anniversary
The Pearl River Delta Chapter of the European Chamber has been established for 2 years! Happy Birthday!
Read moreCall for comments on Draft PRC Technology Transfer Measures
Draft PRC Technology Transfer Measures: Call for comments
China Remains the Main Source of Fake Goods Seized by EU Customs
According to the European Commission, the number of Customs interventions involving counterfeit goods increased by 17% in 2007, while the number of articles seized decreased from 128 million to 70 million. China however remained the main source of seized counterfeit goods. Customs credits right holders for filing 10,260 applications for intervention, corresponding to 80% of the interdicted goods. Complete text attached.
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