SwissCham China

On January 14, the SwissCham China (Shanghai) FinTax Committee organized an engaging event that focused on the shifting dynamics of global strategies within China. The gathering brought together professionals and business leaders for insightful discussions on innovative approaches to tackling the intricacies of the Chinese market. To kick off the event, Nini Qi, Deputy Executive Director of SwissCham Shanghai, highlighted the importance of adapting global strategies to effectively navigate China’s rapidly changing investment environment and economic trends. Following Nini's remarks, Forest Zhang, Director of Supply Chain & Operations at EY, presented on fostering growth through antifragility in supply chains. He outlined the shift towards agile, networked ecosystems and introduced EY’s Supply Chain Reinvention framework, designed to help companies adapt their supply chains for today’s digital demands with resilient, sustainable solutions. Forest emphasized three key capabilities for handling uncertainty: Agility, Responsiveness, and Knowledge of uncertainty's impact, which enable organizations to learn and improve from disruptions. He concluded with two case studies demonstrating how companies can apply antifragile principles to achieve better visibility, cost savings, and improved service metrics. Afterwards, Wenjia Zhu, Tax Partner of Global Tax Compliance & Reporting at Ernst & Young, delved into the topic of navigating China's investment landscape. She began by providing an overview of the country's macro economy, highlighting a slower-than-expected economic recovery but also pointing out positive long-term fundamentals that indicate potential for future growth. Wenjia then shared market observations that revealed how MNCs are responding to this environment with cautious optimism, focusing on nurturing their core businesses while carefully managing risks. To further illustrate these strategies, she presented two case studies that exemplified how foreign investors are restructuring their holdings in China. This was followed by Kai Huang, Managing Director & Deputy General Manager, Head of FICC Sales South China at Bank of America, who provided an overview of China's macro economy and treasury trends for multinationals. Kai highlighted key economic indicators and FICC market trends, along with regulatory updates impacting liquidity management and risk mitigation. The event concluded with an engaging Q&A session moderated by Jonas Eberle, Director of Finance & Treasury at Würth Group (China) and Board Member of SwissCham Shanghai, which provided participants with an interactive platform to delve deeper into the discussed topics and engage in insightful exchanges on navigating China’s macro economy and treasury trends.

Dear Members and Friends of SwissCham, We sincerely thank you for joining us at the event “Key Insights from the 2024 Third Plenum: Understanding China's Strategic Reforms and Future Directions,” organized in collaboration with China Macro Group (CMG) on January 15 at Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business. This insightful session delved into the critical outcomes of the 2024 Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), highlighted China’s strategic shift toward gradual, inclusive, and integrated policy implementation, aimed at ensuring long-term stability and sustainable growth. Key topics discussed on: 👉 Economic Reforms and Market Governance: 1. Policies to promote common prosperity and equitable opportunities. 2. Measures to address systemic challenges and boost global competitiveness. 👉 Industrial Ambitions and Domestic Demand: 1. Enhancing domestic demand under the dual circulation strategy. 2. Coordinated efforts across industries, academia, and research to drive innovation. 👉 Balancing Growth and Sustainability: 1. Strategies for achieving high-quality development while addressing inequalities and environmental concerns. 2.Balancing industrial growth with social equity. We are grateful for your engagement. We hope the insights gained will be valuable for your business strategies in China. #ThirdPlenum #Chinaeconomics #sustainability #EconomicReform #DomesticDemand #DualCirculation

☕️✨ SwissCham China (Shanghai) is delighted to invite CEOs, Managing Directors, and senior executives from Swiss manufacturing companies operating in China to our upcoming monthly breakfast meeting with Erwin Geissler! ✨☕️ 📅 Date: Wednesday, February 19 📍 Location: The Weave 🍞 Sponsored by Pain Chaud. Event Highlights: 🔍 Expert Insights: Discover how to gain a competitive edge and implement successful value marketing strategies in the ever-evolving Chinese market. Our leading experts will guide you through this process while preserving the esteemed core principles of Swiss craftsmanship and innovation. 🤝 Networking: Connect with your peers at the C-level to share insights and tackle common challenges together during engaging discussions. We are looking forward to seeing you at the event! 🙌 #SwissCham #BusinessNetworking #ChinaMarket #SwissCraftsmanship #ValueMarketing #CEOs #Leadership #ManufacturingInChina

Dear Members and Friends of SwissCham, We sincerely thank you for participating in our Monthly Breakfast on Consumer Goods on January 15, where we explored the evolving dynamics of online and offline retail and addressed critical trends and challenges shaping the sector. Your presence and insights greatly contributed to the event's success. Event Highlights: 🌱 Sustainability: A remarkable presentation by Appenzeller on their recycling and reuse strategies and productions, highlighting practical approaches to sustainable retail. 🛡️IP Protection 1. An engaging discussion on the challenges retail companies face in safeguarding intellectual property, including brand infringement, counterfeit goods, and loss of market share. 2. Case studies showcased real-world solutions to address these pressing issues and uphold brand reputation and consumer rights. We would like to thank our partners, Appenzeller and La Pulovce for their insights and experiences sharing with the attendees. The event provided an invaluable platform for networking, sharing knowledge, and exploring collaborative solutions to industry challenges. Once again, we appreciate your support and active engagement. We look forward to your continued participation in future events. Warm regards, Your SwissCham Team #sustainability #IPProtection #breakfastseminar #consumergoods #retail

🌟 Join Us at the Monthly Breakfast on Consumer Goods! 🌟 We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Monthly Breakfast on Consumer Goods, where we’ll dive into critical trends and challenges shaping the consumer goods industry. This month, our focus is on "The Evolving Dynamics Between Online and Offline Retail." 📅 Date: January 15 📍 Location: Panorama 📌 Event Highlights: 👉Sustainability: A deep dive into Appenzeller's (Brauerei Locher AG) initiatives on recycling and reuse in consumer goods. 👉IP Protection: Addressing challenges such as brand infringement, counterfeit goods, market share loss, and consumer rights infringement, complemented by real-world case studies. 🤝 Why Attend? This event is a great opportunity to network, share insights, and collaborate on innovative solutions in the fast-evolving consumer goods sector. We look forward to seeing you there! 👉 Register Now https://lnkd.in/g_w7-Muq   #Retail #ConsumerGoods #Sustainability #IPProtection #NetworkingOpportunities

📢 Join Us for Key Insights from the 2024 Third Plenum We are thrilled to collaborate with China Macro Group (CMG) to host a vital discussion on "Key Insights from the 2024 Third Plenum: Understanding China's Strategic Reforms and Future Directions". 📅 Date: January 15 📍 Location: Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business Beijing Office   The 2024 Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) marked a significant milestone in China's reform agenda, focusing on modernization, governance, and sustainable development.   🌟 What You’ll Gain: ✅ Economic Reforms & Market Governance: Policies fostering equitable opportunities and enhancing global competitiveness. ✅ Industrial Ambitions & Domestic Demand: Strategies to strengthen innovation under the dual circulation framework. ✅ Growth & Sustainability Balance: High-quality development paired with environmental and social considerations. ✅ Geopolitical Context: Insights into self-reliance in technology, resilience, and responses to global pressures.   This discussion will decode the session's implications for businesses and stakeholders navigating China's evolving economic and geopolitical landscape. 💡 Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of China’s strategic reforms and their impact on global markets. 👉 Register now to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/gumY8u39 #ChinaBusiness #StrategicReforms #2024ThirdPlenum #EconomicInsights

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable ski weekend with SwissCham community and the Olympic Champion on December 7, 2024. This year’s event was made extra special with the presence of Carlo Janka, Swiss Olympic Ski Champion. It was an absolute privilege to host Carlo and to provide attendees with the unique opportunity to connect with such an inspiring sports legend. We hope that you enjoy the ski experience and an authentic raclette night dinner with SwissCham members, topped off by lively conversations with Carlo Janka, in an alpine setting with camaraderie, fun, and Swiss traditions. A big thank you to Carlo Janka for his gracious participation and to our partners for their dedication to making this event a success. Most importantly, thank you to everyone who joined us—you made this weekend truly unforgettable. As we reflect on the warmth and joy shared, we look forward to welcoming you at our future events! #Skiing #Olympicchampion #CarloJanka #Swisslegend #Raclettedinner

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants, Swiss companies, and partners who joined us for Sino-Swiss Snow Business Forum on December 7, 2024 aimed at fostering collaboration between Swiss enterprises and local ski resorts. Several prominent Swiss companies, including Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon, Boschung Group, Sika, Ateliers-Phi, Cellcosmet, Helveski, VIRTUARCH, LOBECO GmbH and Wenfei Attorneys-at-Law / 瑞士文斐律师事务所, were invited to the event, contributing their expertise and insights on a variety of relevant topics. Their participation included delivering impactful speeches and engaging in discussions focused on innovation, sustainability, and the future of snow business. The forum served as a platform to strengthen economic relations, promote knowledge sharing, and identify potential partnerships within this growing sector. Highlights included: ❄Infrastructure Insights: Participants gained valuable knowledge about the local future infrastructure development plans and the projected directions of other ski resorts. 🏂Networking Opportunities: Attendees engaged in meaningful discussions, exploring possibilities for future projects and partnerships in Hebei's growing skiing industry. ⛸Regional Growth Contribution: Your involvement supports not only business growth but also the broader development of regional economies and the skiing industry. We are immensely grateful for your active participation and commitment to enhancing the skiing experience in Hebei. Your contributions are key to advancing Swiss innovation and expertise in this vibrant sector. Thank you again for making this event a success. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and welcoming you to future initiatives. #snowindustry #skiresorts #businessforum #economicrelations #skiing

SwissCham and Swiss Club would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your participation in our Raclette Night Dinner and Pre-Christmas Celebration event on December 5, 2024! Your presence made the evening truly special, filled with joy, warmth, and meaningful connections. We are deeply grateful to our lucky draw sponsors, whose support ensured the event's success. A special thank you to NUO Hotel Beijing for hosting us in such a splendid setting. As the festive season, we wish you and your loved ones a prosperous New Year! We look forward to welcoming you again at our upcoming events. Check our event highlights here: https://lnkd.in/gssmBSxD #eventrecap #raclette #christmascelebration #Sinoswiss #galadinner #swisscham

🌏 Unlock New Opportunities in the Indo-Pacific! 🤝 EFTA, ASEAN, CPTPP, RCEP and more! - Have you ever wondered what those mean to you and your business? Our International Relations APAC Subcommittee invites you to an introductory webinar on Free Trade Agreements in the Indo-Pacific region. Discover how these agreements are transforming market dynamics and creating new opportunities for businesses worldwide. 🗣️ Industry experts will share insights into: - FTAs' impact on trade and investment opportunities - Positioning your business for success Stay tuned for updates on our panelists! 📅 When: 23 January 2025, 4pm (China time) 📍 Where: Zoom Register here: https://lnkd.in/g-PRj_se Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with experts from around the world and gain a valuable understanding of regulatory economic frameworks affecting your business! – Also, learn how you and your business can help make a difference. 🚀