Regional Director Richard Cant to present at EUCC China Investment Conference 2014: China Business in a Nutshell

As companies rapidly expand in China, it is imperative to have the right information and know-how to implement a successful business plan.

During the China Investment Conference, the European Union Chamber of Commerce will gather specialists from law firms, consultancy companies, tax and investment experts to talk about the key issues when expanding a business in China.This event is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the experts involved in every step of the expansion. From the new opportunities in the FTZ and the new industrial land use laws to tax implications and analysis of HR issues, the conference will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the key issues involved when expanding a business in China.

This Conference is also a perfect platform for Chinese Development Zones and Industrial Parks to present themselves to European companies. If you are interested to have more information, please contact Eliza Zheng,ezheng@europeanchamber.com.cn or 021 6385 2023-105.

09.00-09.30  Registration
09.30-09.40  Welcome Remarks, Mick Adams, Vice Chairman of the Board, European Chamber Shanghai    
09.40-10.10  Key Note Speech "China’s economy in 2020", Richard Cant, Regional Director, Dezan Shira & Associates
10.10-10.30  Shanghai (China) Pilot Free Trade Zone – what does it mean for your business?, Eric Liu, Counsel, Linklaters 
10.30-11.00  Coffee Break    
11.00-11.30  Changes in China's industrial land supply, Cody Chen, Senior Counsel, TaylorWessing
11.30-12.00  Updates on the transition from business tax to VAT, Christophe Marquis, Managing Director Shanghai, S.J.Grand Financial & Tax Consultancy
12.00-12.30  Update on China's amended company law, Dr. Benjamin Kroymann, Partner, Squire Patton Boggs
12.30-14.00  Lunch & Networking    
14.00-14.30  Cross-border cash management, Stefano Chao, Investment Manager, AZ Investment Management
14.30-15.00  Talent: Finding and Keeping Your Biggest China Asset, Angie Eagan, Managing Director for China, MRIC Group 
15.00-15.15  Closing Remarks, Mick Adams, Vice Chairman of the Board, European Chamber Shanghai 
15.15           Networking Coffee