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The trip to Shenzhen in early 2019, the second visit to the city organised by GCC, was arguably one of the highlights of the delegation series thus far. As China’s primary hub for innovation and technology, Shenzhen has been aptly nicknamed the ‘Silicon Valley of China’. The delegation programme in Shenzhen included company visits to two local pioneers in AI and robotics, UBTECH and Robosense. By organising visits to Chinese companies in the region, we strive to give our members incentives to expand their horizons and become more engaged in the Greater Bay Area. In April 2019, GCC invited members on a site visit to one of the largest companies in China; the Sino-German joint venture FAW-Volkswagen. In June 2019, members were brought on an Excursion to the respective manufacturing sites of thyssenkrupp Elevator and Escalator in Zhongshan. During the visit, participants gained first-hand insights into the

The inauguration of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link and the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge in September and October 2018, respectively, marked an important step forward for the Greater Bay Area Initiative. In February 2019, the Chinese Government eventually presented the long-awaited Outline Development Plan for the GBA, which sets the tone for the future development of the GBA city cluster into a fully integrated urban economy.

Against this backdrop, GCC Hong Kong in co-operation with GCC South and Southwest China have started to intensify their collaborative efforts by hosting regular delegation trips for GCC member companies to various cities in the Greater Bay Area. Over the past business year, GCC successfully organised cross-border excursions to Shenzhen, Foshan and Zhongshan, visiting the high-tech and digital industries in each of the cities.

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operational structure and setup of both ventures and learned why thyssenkrupp chose Zhongshan as their main manufacturing base in Asia.

And that is not all; the GCC cross-border excursions go both ways. In addition to regular trips from Hong Kong to other GBA cities, members of GCC Hong Kong and South China are also periodically invited to visit selected industrial sites in Hong Kong. For instance, GCC members were taken to the state-of-the-art Waste Electrical and Electronics Equipment Treatment and Recycling Facility (WEEE-PARK) in Tuen Mun, operated by the German-HK joint venture and GCC member company ALBA IWS. The group received a VIP tour and insightful briefing on the process of recovering and re-distributing valuable components in disused electrical equipment.

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SOURCING COMMITTEEFormed in 2017, the GCC Sourcing Committee serves as a forum for our numerous member companies in the sourcing, procurement and merchandising business – from SMEs to global retailers – to exchange views on current trends and challenges with their industry peers. The committee is co-chaired by Mr. Michael Ciesielski (Managing Director, METRO Sourcing International Ltd.) and Mr. Andreas Kulenkampff (Managing Director, Tchibo Merchandising Hong Kong LP), and has continuously been gaining momentum over the past year; as of June 2019, more than 25 member companies have actively gotten involved in the Sourcing Committee. Regular committee meetings are held at least once per quarter and feature discussions on a variety of pressing topics such as the Sino-US trade war, the global shift towards e-commerce, as well as corporate social responsibility, quality assurance and compliance.

CFO COMMITTEEOne and a half years after its formation, the Chief Financial Officers’ committee has developed into a significant platform for members who are involved in the financial roles in their respective organisations, and who desire to exchange perspectives on finance related issues and services. Co-chaired by Dr. Ulrich Boettger (Director of BASF Hong Kong and Senior Vice President, Finance & Controlling of BASF Asia Pacific) and Mr. Patrick Feth (Managing Director of Siemens AG Hong Kong Branch), the CFO Committee has several meetings throughout the last year to discuss topics such as base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS), cost allocation for central and regional services, internal control systems, and inter-company transfer pricings. With the meetings being held at the individual committee members’ offices, members not only have lively exchanges on the above-mentioned topics, but also gain first-hand insights into the operational structure of other participating companies.

SME COMMITTEEAs the most recent addition to the GCC portfolio, the SME Committee is an offer to all SME members of GCC, serving as a platform to exchange and discuss views, experiences and advice on best practices, as well as opportunities and challenges in daily business. Chaired by Mr. Stefan Kracht (Managing Director of Fiducia Management Consultants), the committee will cover a range of relevant topics, such as compliance, human resources, IT and cybersecurity, sales and supply chain management, and many others.

GBA TASK FORCEWith our GBA Task Force we address significant topics and development trends in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Bay Area, better known as the Greater Bay Area. Delegation trips to the cities in the region are regularly organised and co-ordinated by both GCC Hong Kong and GCC South & Southwest China in order to familiarise members with the industrial landscape in this highly dynamic region, map out potential growth opportunities and promote cross-border business engagement. During the past year, delegates were brought on excursions to Shenzhen, Foshan and Zhongshan, including visits to leading Chinese high-tech developers, as well as German manufacturing facilities in the region. The informative trips not only allow for a fresh GBA perspective, but also provide prime networking opportunities.

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06-07 NOV 2018 2018 Greater Bay Area Conference: Shenzhen

AHK Greater China in co-operation with the Guangdong Provincial People’s Government and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China hosted a Greater Bay Area Conference under the official title ‘2018 China (Guangdong) – Europe Investment Cooperation Conference & German Enterprises Invest in Guangdong Promotion Event’ with the Party Secretary of Guangdong Province, and mayors of nine cities in the Pearl River Delta in attendance. The high-profile event provided a platform for dialogue between representatives from politics and business. Workshops on Intelligent Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Environmental Technologies additionally provided an opportunity for more in-depth exchange on the development of the Greater Bay Area. Tours to Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Dongguan, Huizhou, and Foshan were included.

The conference drew more than 900 attendees, including delegates from 100 German businesses such as Siemens, Lufthansa, TÜV, KfW Development Bank and Linde, as well as successful SMEs Herrenknecht, Rehm, ALBA and Viessmann among many others.

The conference was an initiative of Dr. Eric Schweitzer, President of the Association of German Chambers of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) and Mr. Ma Xingrui Governor of Guangdong.

30 NOV 2018 | TRAININGFive Things to Know About How to Handle Labour Relations in Mainland China• Mr. Daniel Lee, Vice President, Human Resources,

TÜV Rheinland Greater China

This workshop provided an overview into the Chinese labour relations, including recruitment, employment contract, termination as well as company relocation. With practical case studies, participants gained a better picture on how to cope with the employment issues in real life.

25 JAN 2019 | LUNCH SEMINARChina Personal Income Tax Reform 2019• Mr. Kenneth Peh, Senior Manager, Global Employer

Services, Deloitte• Mr. Claus Schuermann, Partner, International Tax,

Deloitte

Kenneth Peh and Claus Schuermann shared insights on the latest Individual Income Tax (IIT) Reform in China: One of the most significant changes in ITT is the definition of ‘resident’ and ‘non-resident’ for tax purposes. In addition, the five-year rule was upgraded to a six-year rule and changes of tax rates, deductions and tax filing requirements have been made.

27 FEB 2019 | LUNCH SEMINARChallenges Behind China’s Latest Cyber Security Law• Mr. Daniel Kwong, Chief Information and Innovation

Officer, CITIC Telecom CPC

Daniel Kwong provided a deeper understanding of China’s Cyber Security Law (CSL), which included: how the CSL covers both national security and personal security; what the major similarities and differences between the CSL and the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) are; and what businesses should know about the Multi-Level Protection Scheme (MLPS) Certification procedure.

25 MAR 2019 | LUNCH SEMINARIs China’s Door Closing?• Mr. Stefan Kracht, Managing Director, Fiducia

Management Consultants

Mr. Kracht presented his take on the current business environment in China from the viewpoint of German companies. He shared his insights on market access, administrative hurdles, taxation policies and the overall ease of doing business, illustrated by a selection of incisive case studies.

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technology sector in China. The final visit was to Ping An Cloud Accelerator, which shed light on the ideal environment and support in Shenzhen for innovation & technology start-ups. The fruitful day was rounded off with a networking with members from both chambers.

09 APR 2019Foshan The chambers led a group of 30 delegates to Foshan, the third largest city in Guangdong Province. The full-day programme started with the company visit to the automobile manufacturer FAW-Volkswagen, where the delegates were given a company briefing, followed by an impressive visit to the assembly plant. The group was then invited by Foshan Investment Promotion Agency for a luncheon to better understand the investment environment in Foshan. In the afternoon, the group visited Robotation Academy Foshan, the strategic platform for intelligent manufacturing, as well as the industrial laser manufacturer HSG Laser. The programme provided insights to the industrial ecosystem in Foshan and enabled further exchange between the city of Foshan and Hong Kong.

Against the backdrop of the accelerating Greater Bay Area development, Stefan Kracht also pointed out major opportunities arising for German businesses in the region, particularly in the fields of biomedical technology, green tech and industrial automation.

17 MAY 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINARChina Unplugged• Mr. Joerg Wuttke, Chairman of the Business at OECD

(BIAC) China Expert Group; and then Former President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China

More than 60 guests joined this insightful and engaging seminar at KPMG, our event partner. Joerg Wuttke shared his take on China’s foreign and domestic economic policies. In his presentation, he covered a comprehensive list of topics such as EU-China bilateral trade and investment dynamics, as well as the business environment for foreign enterprises in China regarding market entry, competition from Chinese state-owned enterprises and intellectual property protection. He further elaborated on Made in China 2025, the Belt and Road Initiative, as well as China’s future role in an increasingly data-driven global economy. The event was kindly supported by the Austrian and Swiss Chambers of Commerce in Hong Kong.

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24 JAN 2019Shenzhen A group of around 20 delegates visited the City of Shenzhen with a focus on AI. Three company visits were arranged; First to RoboSense and second to UBTECH, both showcasting the rapid development of the high-end

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18 JUN 2019Zhongshan 35 participants were given a presentation and exclusive VIP factory tour at ThyssenKrupp Escalator, gaining first-hand insights into all stages of the production process, from manufacturing and assembly to final testing and shipment. In the afternoon, the group visited the production plant of ThyssenKrupp Elevator. After an introductory presentation and visit to the showroom, delegates were able to take a ride up the 248 metres-tall elevator test tower. Its 13 elevator shafts allow for the testing of innovative concepts and pilot projects such as the ground-breaking rope-less elevator system, ‘MULTI’.

The informative day trip provided participants with a fresh perspective on the advanced manufacturing and innovation landscape of the Greater Bay Area, as well as exclusive networking opportunities.

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12 SEP 2018 | LUNCH SEMINARHow Business Information Helps in Reducing Credit Risk and Compliance Risk• Ms. Zoe Hui, Sales Director, Hong Kong & South China

Region, CRIF Hong Kong Ltd.• Mr. Douglas Wolfson, Director of Financial Crime

Compliance, LexisNexis Risk Solutions

At this highly informative and practical seminar, Zoe Hui pointed out the most common international trade risks and how to avoid them, and Douglas Wolfson provided helpful information on the sanctions developments, the policy consequences, and how to cope with them by leveraging data and data technology.

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12 APR 2019 | LUNCH SEMINARThe Big Switch - Who Will be the Winners?• Mr. Alexis Garatti, Head of Macroeconomic Research,

Euler Hermes

Mr. Garatti identified three key steps of the ‘switch’: China overtaking the US as the world’s main growth engine; a change from restrictive to more expansionary monetary policies around the world; and finally, a potential de-escalation of current trade risks, including the Sino-US trade war and Brexit uncertainties. In addition, Mr. Garatti provided an outlook for the Asia-Pacific region and trade hubs like Hong Kong and Singapore in particular.

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07 MAR 2019 | PANEL DISCUSSIONBridging the Start-Up Ecosystems – What Makes Hong Kong / Greater Bay Area so Special?• Mr. Stefano Passarello, Managing Director, Corporate

Services North East Asia, Hawksford• Ms. Chantal Wong, Director of Culture and Workshop

Producer, Eaton HK• Mr. Matthieu Charlier, Design & Innovation,

One-Point-Zero• Mr. Christian Hensen, Director of Operations

Development, FreightHub• Mr. Jonas Fahlbusch, Technical University Berlin• Ms. Alexandra Khripko, Expert Startups and Innovation

at German Energy Agency (DENA)• Mr. Sudhakar Vintha, CEO, ReturnTrucks • Ms. Anindya Sekarnagri, Impact Hub Jakarta• Moderator: Ms. Karena Belin, Co-Founder & CEO, WHub

Berlin meets Hong Kong: The Berlin based platform ‘StartUp AsiaBerlin’ brought a group of 15 international start-ups and start-up ecosystem representatives

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12 JUN 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINARInnovation Series 3: Payment Evolution: Is Money Becoming Digital?• Mr. Stefano Passarello, Managing Director, Corporate

Services, North East Asia, Hawksford

The final instalment of the Innovation Series in partnership with Hawksford navigated the participants through the evolution of digital payment technology, and explained why Hong Kong is considered such a nurturing area for FinTech innovation. In his presentation, Mr. Passarello also elaborated on the growing importance of Big Data for different areas of FinTech such as InsurTech, RegTech, WealthTech and Digital Lending. The seminar was rounded off by participants sharing from their own experience and knowledge.

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20 SEP 2018 | JOINT CHAMBER LUNCHEONHow Does Europe Fare in a Trade War?• Mr. Hao Zhou, Director, Senior Emerging Markets

Economist, Commerzbank

Dr. Volkhardt Kruse, CEO, Commerzbank Hong Kong Branch, and Eberhard Brodhage, President of the German Chamber, welcomed around 100 guests from Hong Kong’s finance sector to the informative networking event before distinguished speaker Mr. Hao Zhou took the stage for a keynote presentation and subsequent Q&A.

Against the backdrop of US President Trump’s latest tariffs announcement, Zhou analysed the dynamics of the US-China trade dispute, and its impact on Europe as well as the emerging markets. He also provided an outlook on potential mid-term and long-term consequences of sustained tariffs, highlighting varying effects on the automotive industries in the US, China and Germany.

together with local participants for a panel discussion and networking drinks. This event was co-organised with StartUp AsiaBerlin and event partners Hawksford and WHub.

10 APR 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINARInnovation Series 1: Start-up Ecosystem in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area• Mr. Stefano Passarello, Managing Director, Corporate

Services, North East Asia, Hawksford

Mr. Passarello gave a highly informative talk on the start-up ecosystem of Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area. Stefano provided an overview of the cities in the GBA and their respective advantages and pointed out major business opportunities arising from enhanced infrastructure connectivity in the region, as well as simplified cross-border financial transactions, especially for HK-based enterprises.

08 MAY 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINARInnovation Series 2: Blockchain ABC• Mr. Stefano Passarello, Managing Director, Corporate

Services, North East Asia, Hawksford• Mr. Alessio Quaglini, Managing Partner, HEX• Ms. Mun Shing Cheong, Managing Director, C Block

Capital

Continuing in the innovation series, Stefano Passarello shared his in-depth knowledge on blockchain, the technology behind cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Mun Shing Cheong and Alessio Quaglini joined as guest speakers to shed light on the subjects of ICOs and STOs, and provided examples of trends and popular blockchain applications in business.

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Mr. Jacob shared his experience in leading a company, putting emphasis on the challenge of maintaining a conducive corporate culture whithout losing sight of the company’s main business focus. Mr. Lang shared his insights into helping his clients strengthen their corporate culture and analysed how harmful an unhealthy corporate culture can be for business.

31 MAY 2019 | LUNCH SEMINARImproving Motivation and Morale• Ms. Heidi Adick, Director & Consultant, Dew-Point

International Ltd.

Ms. Adick shared her in-depth knowledge on the importance of employee engagement in work life, and how the style of management contributes to a good working environment with high-quality outcome. She further elaborated on methods to develop a climate of trust and confidence in multicultural corporations, and break the ice between management and employees.

30 OCT 2018 Breakfast Discussion with Dr. Joachim Lang, CEO Federation of German Industry

Various political and economic topics were discussed, including current events in German politics and their possible implications. Due to the approaching European Parliament election at that time, the future of Europe was the subject of the debate, as well as possible outcomes of the election not only for the European Union, but also for the position of Europe in the trade war between the US and China.

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13 JUL 2018 | EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT SEMINARFinance for Non-Finance Executives• Dr. Dominic Chan, Trainer, Dew-Point International Ltd.

Dr. Chan gave a thorough introduction into the key financial concepts for daily business. Participants gained deeper insights into analysing financial information, aiding to enhance business results and efficiency in financial planning and budgeting.

28 MAR 2019 | LUNCH SEMINARCorporate Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast – Experience Sharing of a Successful Culture Transformation Journey• Mr. Daniel Jacob, CEO, CML EurAsia

• Mr. Charlie Lang, Managing Partner, Progress-U Asia

Presenters Mr. Jacob and Mr. Lang explained how corporate culture is an important foundation for a successful business. The two shared the success story of how CML, a medium-sized enterprise in the printed circuit board (PCB) business, partnered with Progress-U to transform its corporate culture and become future-proof.

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Following a warm welcome from Tobias Huinink, Business Director Asia of ALBA Group Asia, and Eberhard Brodhage, President of GCC, the delegation received a highly insightful briefing by Nigel Mattravers, Director and General Manager of ALBA IWS, on recycling solutions to combat the large volume of WEEE generated in Hong Kong each year. During an exclusive tour, Mr. Mattravers illustrated how different types of household equipment are collected, sorted, dismantled and separated into their various components using state-of-the-art technology. ALBA IWS currently runs the only government-licensed treatment facility for refrigerants in Hong Kong.

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28 NOV 2018GCC Annual General Meeting & Business Luncheon

Mr. Eberhard Brodhage, President of GCC elaborated on the major developments of the past 12 months, first and foremost the formation of new focus committees. The Sourcing Committee’s Quality Audit Mutual Recognition Initiative, Q-In, was introduced. In addition to the already

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12 MAR 2019 | WORKSHOPOptimum Insurance Packages for German Expatriates working in Hong Kong • Mr. Sven Janssen, Insurance Broker, Hofmann

Versicherungsvermittlungs GmbH

Mr. Janssen gave an overview and update on what German expatriates need to be aware of when choosing an insurance package. Participants were provided with tailored insurance solutions and had the opportunity for discussions.

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29 OCT 2018WHub: Pre-Launch Party of AngelHubMembers were invited to a pre-launch party of sister company AngelHub.

01 NOV 2018 T-Systems: The Great Equaliser: Opportunities and Risks for your Cloud TransformationFacilityMembers were invited to an invitation-only event hosted by Deutsche Telekom on the topic of Digitalisation.

15 NOV 2018 | FACILITY TOURALBA IWS (WEEE·PARK)The German chambers in Hong Kong and South & Southwest China organised a facility visit to WEEE·PARK, the treatment and recycling facility for waste electrical & electronic equipment, operated by member company ALBA IWS. Around 30 delegates took part in the tour.

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established GBA and CFO committees, a new SME committee was announced for 2019. The AGM ended with the election of the new 2019 Board of Directors.

The AGM was followed by a luncheon featuring distinguished speaker Thomas Wolf, CEO of German software company RIB, a GCC member. Under the title “Bauhaus meets AI”, Mr. Wolf shared his insights on the evolution of AI technology and its impact on future urban development. The event concluded with an engaging and informative Q&A.

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08 AUG 2018 The 8th Summer Networking CocktailThe 8th Summer Networking Cocktail, organised by the German, Dutch, French and Swedish Chambers, took place at The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel. The historic venue offered a unique networking setting for around 200 guests.

16 NOV 2018 St. Martin’s Goose and Wine DinnerThe St Martin’s Goose and Wine Dinner was jointly presented by Bachmair Wines, Brasserie on the Eight, Conrad Hong Kong and the German Chamber. Our members and guests enjoyed a wonderful evening with a delectable 5-course dinner paired with excellent German Wines.

02 APR 2019 Meet the German Rugby Sevens Team

GCC welcomed the 2018 German Rugby Sevens Team to Hong Kong, prior to the Hong Kong Sevens tournament. The evening offered an exceptional opportunity to network and mingle amongst the team and GCCHK members at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club with a stunning view over Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline.

30 MAY 2019 German White Asparagus Wine Dinner 2019A culinary highlight each year, the German White Asparagus Wine Dinner was once again presented by Bachmair Wines, Brasserie on the Eighth, Conrad Hong Kong and GCC. Our guests and members were served delectable creations of white asparagus, paired with exquisite German wines.

21 JUNE 2019Office Warming PartyA casual office warming party was held for the members in the new premises of GIC/GCC in Causeway Bay.

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14 NOV 2018 | POST POLICY ADDRESS 2018The Honourable Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor, Chief Executive of the HKSARAt this annual luncheon with the Hong Kong Business Community, Carrie Lam elaborated on her latest Policy Address that was presented to the Legislative Council on October 10th. Mrs.

Lam further shared on her policies with including the increase in land supply with the vision of Lantau Tomorrow, as well as the enhancement of regional co-operation in the Greater Bay Area.

19 MAR 2019 | POST BUDGET ADDRESS 2019 The Honourable Paul MP Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSARThe Hon. Paul MP Chan shared his thoughts and insights behind the new Budget and explained the Government’s plans to steer its fiscal policy to sustain Hong Kong’s economic growth and maintain its competitiveness.

INTERCHAM YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AND CONNECTING PEOPLE COCKTAILSThe InterCham Young Professionals Cocktails and Connecting People Cocktails, organised by a sub-committee of the InterCham group, aim to bring like-minded professionals together to mingle and network in an informal environment. Proceeds from the cocktails are donated to the InterCham Scholarship Fund

22 AUG 201868th InterCham Young Professionals Cocktail @ Solas Gastro Lounge, Central

27 NOV 201869th InterCham Young Professionals Cocktail @ Watermark, Central

12 FEB 201970th InterCham Young Professionals Cocktail @ Jamie’s Italian, Tsim Sha Tsui

29 MAY 2019 16th InterCham Connecting People Cocktail @ PICADA, Central

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In co-operation with partnering chambers, GCC regularly organises business and networking events.

29 AUG 2018 | LUNCH SEMINAR Navigating the Chinese Media: Find Your Voice in the Chinese PressItalian Chamber

07 SEP 2018 | PANEL DISCUSSION Corporate Responsibility for Protecting Human RightsAustralian Chamber

11 SEP 2018 | SEMINARHow to Get Paid in China?Dutch Chamber

12 OCT 2018 | LUNCHEON Hong Kong’s Low Carbon FutureMr. Kam Sing Wong, Secretary for the Environment, HKSAR GovernmentCanadian Chamber

23 OCT 2018 | BREAKFAST SEMINAR Cyber Security: Protect Your CompanyDutch and French Chambers on behalf of the InterCham SME Committee

25 OCT 2018 | LUNCH SEMINAR Global Climate Action – What’s Next for BusinessAmCham

31 OCT 2018 | PANEL DISCUSSION Smart Environment Series: Alternative Fuels: The Road to Greener DrivingOpening remarks by Mr. Chin-Wan Tse, Undersecretary for the Environment, HKSAR Government Swedish Chamber

08 NOV 2018 | 25TH CHINA SEMINAR Barriers or Bumps? Navigating Trade Tensions in China Dutch Chamber

01 DEC 2018 | FIRESIDE CHAT Carl Pei, Co-Founder of OnePlusSwedish Chamber

22 JAN 2019 | FIRESIDE CHAT Ann O’Dea, Founder of InspirefestTopic: Embracing Difference – The Future of STEM is Diverse and InclusiveIrish Chamber

26 FEB 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINAR Employment Essentials: What Every Start-up & SME Should KnowDutch and Italian Chambers on behalf of the InterCham SME Committee

28 MAR 2019 | SOURCING SYMPOSIUM MADE IN ASIA: How the Customer is Driving the Future of SourcingFrench Chamber

26 APR 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINAR Connected Cities: Building Smarter, More Liveable Cities for a Sustainable FutureEuroCham

23 MAY 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINAR Talk on the Future of Retail with H&M and MicrosoftSwedish Chamber

03 JUN 2019 | BREAKFAST SEMINAR Green Building StandardsEuroCham and Business Environment Council

04 JUN 2019 | SEMINAR Cyber Trends in 2019Dutch Chamber

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02 NOV 2018 2nd HR Summit South China

17 MAY 2019 German Gala Dinner

Organised by GCC South and Southwest China, the German Gala Dinner took place at the Langham Shenzhen. Mr. Christian Hirte, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, and Mr. Martin Fleischer, Consul General of Germany in Guangzhou, were guests of honour on this special occasion.

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