Environmental Protection Tax Law

On December 25, 2016, the Law of the People’s Republic of China on Environmental Protection Tax (Environmental Protection Tax Law) was promulgated at the 25th meeting of the 12th Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress.

Secretary General honoured in the Queen's New Year Honours List

The Secretary General of the European Chamber, Michael O'Sullivan, received recognition in Queen Elizabeth II's 2008 New Year Honour's List.

Call for Comments - New Energy Law of the P.R.C

The Office of National Energy Leading Group released has a draft of the New Energy Law of the P.R.C, on energy development, utilization and management.

New Member Pricing for 2008

The European Chamber is revising its pricing after a four year price freeze. The Executive Committee has decided for 2008 to increase the price of membership for some categories as well as introducing National Membership.

IPR Working Group Meeting with EPO President

On November 30th, IPR Working Group members met with Mrs. Alison Brimelow, President of the European Patent Office (EPO).

European Union Chamber of Commerce in China launches its fourth annual Business Confidence Survey

The European Chamber today launched its annual European Chamber Business Confidence Survey. The survey presents the opinions of more than 200 European companies operating in China.

Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Launch Urgent Appeal in Wake of Cyclone Sidr

Presentation of Position Paper to the State Intellectual Property Organisation

On 15th November a delegation from the European Chamber led by President Joerg Wuttke met with the State Intellectual Property Office's Commissioner Tian Lipu to present the European Business in China Position Paper 2007/2008.

Understanding the 17th National Party Congress

On November 8th, the European Chamber in Shanghai held a seminar on the outcome of the 17th National Congress.