2000
2000
Officially Recognised by Beijing [Read More];
51 Member Companies;
Jean-François Fichaux Elected President.
2000
20 Years of Advocating in China
The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China was founded in 2000, with a goal of establishing a common voice for the various business sectors of the European Union and European businesses operating in China.
We have been helping:
- European businesses to understand policy and market conditions, resolve their advocacy issues and expand their networks in China;
- European authorities to understand the Chinese market and the operating conditions that European businesses face in China; and
- Chinese authorities with constructive policy recommendations provided by various industries with a unified European voice.
We will continue to advocate for the future.
#AdvocatingForTheFuture
Celebration Events Gallery
VIP Webinars Replay
To celebrate our 20th anniversary, the European Chamber hosted a ‘VIP Webinar Series’ in May 2020 with the world’s leading industry experts, scholars, political consultants and strategists, on a variety of topics including economy, politics, technology, sustainability, EU-China relation and EU-China-US triangle. Guest speakers include but not limited to:
- Phil Hogan, EU Commissioner for Trade
- Virginijus Sinkevičius, EU Commissioner for Environment
- Jyrki Katainen, Former Vice President of EU Commission and Prime Minister of Finland
- Mikuláš Dzurinda, Former Prime Minister of Slovakia
- Pascal Lamy, Former EU Commissioner for Trade and Director-General of WTO
- Peter Mandelson, Chairman, Global Counsel; Former EU Trade Commissioner and First Secretary of State
- Cecilia Malmström, Former EU Commissioner for Trade
- Charlene Barshefsky, Former US Trade Representative
Watch the replay on Youtube channel and Tencent video channel.
EURObiz Special Edition
Download a special EURObiz issue marking the 20th anniversary of the founding of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.
It charts how and why the Chamber and its various chapters were formed; the advocacy work by Chamber members, working groups and staff; and some of the Chamber’s plans for future development.
EURObiz is the bi-monthly journal of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.
Milestones of Past 20 Years
The European Chamber had an impact right from the start. Our regular and high-quality publications are the key to strengthening our credibility. Their ever-increasing relevance and the continuity have been a common thread throughout the 20 years.
How We Change…
For the past 20 years, the European Chamber has organised numerous high- and working-level meetings for our members with both the Chinese and EU governments. The Chamber has also drafted and submitted hundreds of comments and letters to competent authorities in China, in order to raise concerns and provide constructive recommendations on how to resolve them.
This work is recognised and welcomed throughout the Chinese Government and European institutions at all levels, and has helped to solve countless problems across many different industries.
Medical Devices Procurement
Equally qualified to participate in the competition of procurement of medical equipment.
Foreign Talent Policy Improved in Jiangsu
Less restrictive talent policy helped member companies with their issues in hiring foreign employees.
‘Green Channel’ Shortens the Approval Time of Most Advanced Medical Devices
The CMDE can conduct remote review through the video platform of the European Chamber.
Improved Transparency and Fairer Treatment for Foreign Businesses
More active engagement during the legislation process.
In-house and Qualified Third-party Test Reports Will be Accepted for Medical Device Registration
Allow faster access by Chinese patients to new and innovative medical devices.
First Major Overhaul of the Anti-unfair Competition Law
More clarity on certain terms contained within the AUCL.
How We Made…
Quotes and interviews of government officials, leaders from international organisations, previous and current members and staff…
“Its dialogues with all levels of Chinese Government, advice to its member enterprises and feedback to the Chinese authorities give it high credibility and visibility within China”
Thomas Shmitz, General Manager of Andritz Foshan
“The European Chamber’s unparalleled fact-based approach and—while being a lobby organisation—fair way of presenting its message has made it an indispensable voice for businesses.”
Stefan Sack, former Vice President of the European Chamber, former Chair of Shanghai Chapter
“we can gain ideas and information to master our operations in China. This is a great value and benefit of being a member at the European Chamber.”
Klaus Zenkel, Vice Chair of the European Chamber South China Chapter and General Manager of Imedco Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
“As a critical voice, the European Chamber was a vital player in influencing the regulatory framework and policy implementation that shaped this economic landscape”
Harald Kumpfert, CEO at NECreat China, Chair of Shenyang Chapter, European Chamber
“With the Chamber, Australia as a proud trading nation is also committed to strengthening these ties with Northeast China.”
Eu-niz Chan, Deputy Consul General of Australia Consulate-General
“Sitting at the table as one Europe gave us the size, leverage and significance we needed to negotiate agreements with China. We definitely got better deals than any European country could have achieved on their own.”
Helmut Güsten, former Nanjing Board Chair of the European Chamber
“The Tianjin Chapter is moving in the right direction, and I would like to see the chapter continue playing a role to connect and influence stakeholders.”
Cheung Yup Fan, Chair of Tianjin Chapter, CEO of Standard Chartered GBS Co Ltd
In Jiangsu, we have had the opportunity for face-to-face communication with responsible provincial officers about the concerns and problems of European companies, and learn about the new governmental policies.”
Dr. Jin Carsten Shen, General Manager of SUSPA (Nanjing) Co., LTD.
“In 2000, China issued its first set of State Council-level medical device regulations. Today the articles in the regulations have been enriched to cover all links in the total life cycle of medical devices.”
Interview with Yongheng Chang, former deputy director-general of the China International Exchange Centre for Food and Drugs, Executive Chair of the China International Medical Device…
“Looking back to when I was a student China-watcher, then a young professional following Chinese affairs, I’ve always been a reader of the Chamber’s Position Paper.”
Anne Rulliat, Consule générale de France à Shenyang
Looking Forward
We are navigating in the dark. The European Chamber continues to move forward during these times of uncertainty with a strategy of preparedness, action, and solidarity. We cannot predict the future, but surely we can shape it.
