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"Reality check" - Interpreting the 15th Five-Year-Plan "proposition" as per the 20th Central Committee's 4th Plenum and anticipating shifts
Date: January 23, 2026
Event: Supported Webinar
Time: 9:00-9:45 CET - 16:00-16:45 CST
In the fifth session of the webinar series “Staying in Dialogue with China 2025/26”, Markus Herrmann Chen, Co-Founder and Managing Director, China Macro Group (CMG) will be talking to Yao Yang, Professor and Dean of the Dishuihu Advanced Finance Insitute, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, and former Dean of Peking University's national School of Development (NSD).
This dialogue with leading Chinese economist Yao Yang will discuss the "Proposition" (建议) as endorsed by the Fourth Plenum of the CCP's 20th Central Committee. Held between the 20th and 23rd of October, 2025, it defined the policy substance that is now guiding the state bureaucracy to draft the national 15th Five-Year-Plan (2026-2030).
The 15th FYP will be deliberated, formally endorsed by the National People's Congress and published in the first half of March 2026. This dialogue is primarily targeting European business to provide a clearer sense of how the Chinese market and economy as a strategic business context for international business are evolving.
Key questions that will be discussed in this dialogue include:
- What the policy slogan "investing in people" (投资于人) really means
- How the "new-quality productive forces" as industrial policy framework succeeding Made-in-China 2025 are being planned
- Will there be a stronger emphasis on China's new growth drivers such as household consumption and service
- How China can increase its Total Factor Productivity
- If China's "anti-involution" measures show momentum
- What new and proactive wordings of China's agency and goals in foreign affairs mean
- and if there will be a general policy recalibration towards less emphasis on security compared to development interests
Join this webinar to help better anticipate key policy priorities and shifts of China's next Five-Year-Plan. Click here to read more and sign up!
About the Webinar Series:
This webinar is part of the webinar series 'Staying in Dialogue with China'. The series will bring you six webinars with distinguished China-based experts, concentrated between February 2025 and February 2026.
'Staying in dialogue with China' is organized and hosted by China Macro Group (CMG), with Caixin Global as Anchor Partner, in cooperation with China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), Chinaforum Bayern, Swissmem, Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF), SwissCham China, the Stein am Rhein Symposium (stars), Norwegian Business Association China (NBA China), and EuroCham Singapore.
Political, Economic & Commercial Update on China 2026
Date: January 29, 2026
Event: Signature Event
Time: 10:00-11:30 CET
Over the next five years, China will enter a phase of strategic recalibration shaped by the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan. The policy direction for 2026-2030 is expected to emphasize technological self-reliance, enhanced national security measures, and a continued restructuring of the economy toward sustainable, innovation-driven growth. Meanwhile, global trade tensions, geopolitical uncertainty, and an intensifying tech race are creating new complexities for businesses and economies worldwide.
This webinar addresses a central question: What can Danish companies anticipate from China's policy agenda in 2026-2030, the period defined by the new Five-Year Plan?
Sign up for our annual webinar and gain up-to-date insights from our experts on the business environment, economic trends, and political developments shaping China over the coming half-decade.
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"Reality check" - Interpreting the 15th Five-Year-Plan "proposition" as per the 20th Central Committee's 4th Plenum and anticipating shifts
Date: January 23, 2026
Event: Supported Webinar
Time: 9:00-9:45 CET - 16:00-16:45 CST
In the fifth session of the webinar series “Staying in Dialogue with China 2025/26”, Markus Herrmann Chen, Co-Founder and Managing Director, China Macro Group (CMG) will be talking to Yao Yang, Professor and Dean of the Dishuihu Advanced Finance Insitute, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, and former Dean of Peking University's national School of Development (NSD).
This dialogue with leading Chinese economist Yao Yang will discuss the "Proposition" (建议) as endorsed by the Fourth Plenum of the CCP's 20th Central Committee. Held between the 20th and 23rd of October, 2025, it defined the policy substance that is now guiding the state bureaucracy to draft the national 15th Five-Year-Plan (2026-2030).
The 15th FYP will be deliberated, formally endorsed by the National People's Congress and published in the first half of March 2026. This dialogue is primarily targeting European business to provide a clearer sense of how the Chinese market and economy as a strategic business context for international business are evolving.
Key questions that will be discussed in this dialogue include:
- What the policy slogan "investing in people" (投资于人) really means
- How the "new-quality productive forces" as industrial policy framework succeeding Made-in-China 2025 are being planned
- Will there be a stronger emphasis on China's new growth drivers such as household consumption and service
- How China can increase its Total Factor Productivity
- If China's "anti-involution" measures show momentum
- What new and proactive wordings of China's agency and goals in foreign affairs mean
- and if there will be a general policy recalibration towards less emphasis on security compared to development interests
Join this webinar to help better anticipate key policy priorities and shifts of China's next Five-Year-Plan. Click here to read more and sign up!
About the Webinar Series:
This webinar is part of the webinar series 'Staying in Dialogue with China'. The series will bring you six webinars with distinguished China-based experts, concentrated between February 2025 and February 2026.
'Staying in dialogue with China' is organized and hosted by China Macro Group (CMG), with Caixin Global as Anchor Partner, in cooperation with China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), Chinaforum Bayern, Swissmem, Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF), SwissCham China, the Stein am Rhein Symposium (stars), Norwegian Business Association China (NBA China), and EuroCham Singapore.
Back
Political, Economic & Commercial Update on China 2026
Date: January 29, 2026
Event: Signature Event
Time: 10:00-11:30 CET
Over the next five years, China will enter a phase of strategic recalibration shaped by the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan. The policy direction for 2026-2030 is expected to emphasize technological self-reliance, enhanced national security measures, and a continued restructuring of the economy toward sustainable, innovation-driven growth. Meanwhile, global trade tensions, geopolitical uncertainty, and an intensifying tech race are creating new complexities for businesses and economies worldwide.
This webinar addresses a central question: What can Danish companies anticipate from China's policy agenda in 2026-2030, the period defined by the new Five-Year Plan?
Sign up for our annual webinar and gain up-to-date insights from our experts on the business environment, economic trends, and political developments shaping China over the coming half-decade.
PAST EVENTS
RESULTS (138)
The Shanghai Lockdown Is Over - What Is Next for Danish Business in China
Date: september 27, 2022
Time: 10:00-11:30 AM (DK) / 4:00-5:30 PM (CN)
Event: Webinar
Shanghai is open again – but what is the consumer sentiment after 2,5 years of COVID19 and will business be back to normal? What are the predictions for the rest of the year? Get the absolute freshest briefings from business leaders on the ground in China followed by Q&A.
Briefings:
- Looking ahead to the party congress in October’ by Peter Bøgh Hansen, China Policy Director, DI Sense China
- ‘The impact on the Chinese consumer market’ by Jacob Johansen, Principal & head of user-centricity practice, PWC
- ‘The sharp decline of transportation rates, demand shock and resurgence of China as production base’ by Steffen Schioettz-Christensen, MD China & HK, NTG Nordic Transport Group
- ‘Business outlook remains mixed’ by Aldo Spaanjaars, EVP Anta Sports (Outdoor)
- Moderation by Jesper Halle, Commercial Consul, The Royal Danish Consulate General, Shanghai
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Cross-border Data Transfer: Recent Regulatory Developments in China and Impact on MNC’s
Date: september 20, 2022
Time: 9.00-10.00 a.m. (DK) / 3.00-4.00 p.m. (CN)
Event: Webinar
The Cyberspace Administration of China (“CAC”) and others have recently issued a series of regulations, draft regulations and guidelines that will change the cross-border data transfer regulatory environment in China. Join this webinar to get insights into how the new regulations and guidelines will affect foreign business in China.
We have invited Samuel Yang, Partner of AnJie Law Firm, to share his thoughts and advice to us in this regard. Samuel will bring
- An overview of the recent changes taking place in relation to Chinese cross-border data transfer regulations.
- How to choose from the different legal mechanisms for cross-border data transfers
- Security assessments by the CAC: Key things that you should know to prepare your submission documents
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
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Brand Protection on Chinese Social Media Platforms: Monitoring and Enforcement
Date: september 13, 2022
Time: 9.00-10.00 a.m. (DK) / 3.00-4.00 p.m. (CN)
Event: Webinar
In 2020, there were around 926.8 million social media users in China. It is estimated that this year this number will go up to over 1 billion (Statista, 2022). When dealing with the country with most social media users in the world, it is important for brand owners to have a good grasp of the complexity of social media landscape in China and know how to detect and tackle any instances of IP infringement and brand abuse.
This webinar will cover the following topics:
The current social media landscape in China
Major challenges for brand owners when it comes to infringement detection and takedowns
Real experiences of online brand protection issues
Tips on good practices and proactive measures
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
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Supply Chain China: Trends, Risks & Outlook
Date: september 08, 2022
Time: 9.00-10.15 a.m. (DK) / 3.00-4.15 p.m. (CN)
Event: Webinar
Asia Perspective 2022 Sourcing Survey - Results and Outlook for Asia Supply Chains
It has been turbulent years for supply chains in East Asia, which remains a strong destination for Nordic companies to manufacture and find new customers. At this Signature Webinar, Asia Perspective will share their case experiences from manufacturing and present findings from the annual Asia Perspective sourcing survey of 2022. This survey gives a unique forward-looking view of what companies see in their Asia supply chains.
This year, the survey furthermore explores the trends of shifting production within Asia and nearshoring. The webinar will also cover key risks, sustainability efforts and other topics relevant to decision-makers in supply chain and manufacturing.
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Termination of Employees in Challenging Times
Date: september 06, 2022
Time: 9.00-10.00 a.m. (DK) / 3.00-4.00 p.m. (CN)
Event: Webinar
Many businesses are facing economic and operational difficulties as a result of the global pandemic and local lockdowns. The unpopular solution of terminating employees is sometimes necessary evil.
Robin Tabbers will talk about legal and practical strategies for terminating employees, Chinese HR policies during economic difficulties, suspended operation, and other related circumstances.
More information will follow.
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
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Becoming Local Champions: Achieving “In China for China” through M&A
Date: august 23, 2022
Time: 9.00-10.00 a.m. (DK) / 3.00-4.00 p.m. (CN)
Event: Webinar
By Tony Wang, Partner, and Klaus Björkgren, VP, Nordic Match.
As foreign companies in China need to navigate through increased competition, fluctuating supply chain dynamics and shifting demand behaviors, corporate executives in both HQ and in China are facing the questions of how to become more agile, achieve resilience towards competition and win clients in China.
Drawing from discussions with Nordic corporate leaders in China and project experiences in the past 12 months, Nordic Match is delighted to share how M&A can be used as a useful strategic tool for decision-makers, to stay ahead and accelerate their businesses in China despite ambiguities for the long haul.
Key topics to be covered include:
- - How changing market landscape affects foreign businesses in China
- - Why developing an aligned strategy for China is critical for success
- - Identifying the “right” opportunities
- - Why M&A can be used as a tool to achieve “In China for China”
- - Case examples: Different flavors of “In China for China”
Check your email to sign up.
Please contact us at info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
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How will Shanghai Support Companies to Recover From the Lockdown?
Date: juli 05, 2022
Time: 9:00-11:00 AM (DK) / 3:00-5:00 PM (CN)
Event: Webinar
Business sentiment in China has taken a hit with the recent COVID lockdowns in Shanghai. It is therefore more important than ever to engage with Shanghai authorities to understand how the city can help you move forward in your China business with confidence. With this in mind, we welcome our members to join us for this roundtable discussion where 6 Danish companies will address some of their concerns with the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce, followed by the opportunity to ask questions to the Shanghai Authorities.
Agenda:
- - Opening remarks by Chinese Embassy in Denmark, Danish Consulate in Shanghai and the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce
- - Introduction by DCCC Chair Simon Lichtenberg
- - Questions by 5 Danish companies: AAK, Danfoss, Danish Crown, Nine United, WE-Dragons & Wrist China with answers by departments from Shanghai Municipality
- - Opportunity to ask questions to Shanghai Authorities
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Launch Event: Survey of Danish Companies in China 2022
Date: juni 30, 2022
Time: 10:00 -11:30 AM (DK) / 4:00-5:30 PM (CN)
Event: Webinar
DCBF hereby invites our members to the launch event about the ‘Business Survey for Danish Companies in China 2022’; a report initiated and produced by DCBF, DCCC, SDC and the Royal Danish Embassy in China. The findings of the Survey – followed by a presentation of the current environment for Danish MNCs in China - will be presented at the Danish Embassy in Beijing and DCBF has arranged to live stream this event for our members based in Denmark.
Agenda:
10:00 - 10:05: Welcome and introduction to the Business Survey by DCCC North Chairman Mathias Boyer
10:05 - 10:20: Analysis by Ambassador Thomas Østrup Møller
10:20 - 10:40: China's Political and Economic Outlook by Feng Chucheng from Plenum.
10:40 - 11:00: Environment for MNCs and Foreign Corporation by Jonathan Woetzel from McKinsey.
11:00 - 11:30: Q&A
To read the full report, click here.
Please check your email inbox for the registration link. If your company is a member of DCBF but you have not received a registration link, please contact us at info@dcbf.dk.
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European Business in China - Business Confidence Survey 2022
Date: juni 28, 2022
Time: 09:00-10:00 AM (DK) / 03:00-04:00 PM (CN)
Event: Webinar
Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF) is a member of EU-China Business Association (EUCBA) and we are pleased to invite you to this partner webinar:
The EU-China Business Association and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China will at this webinar focus on the results of the annual Business Confidence Survey 2022 of European Business in China. The survey was conducted by the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.
Throughout 2021, the story of European business in China was one of high risks and high rewards. Revenue and profitability were positive but doing business in China also became more difficult for most companies.
As the rest of the world returns to a pre-pandemic level of normality — with few restrictions hampering business operations and travel — the role China played over the last two years in bolstering European companies’ global revenues looks set to diminish.
At this event, European Chamber Vice President Bettina Schön-Behanzin will present the findings of this year’s survey.
Click here to register for the webinar
Programme:
09:00-09:05: Welcome speech by Ms. Gwenn Sonck, Executive Director, EU-China Business Association
09:05-09:35: Presentation on the EUCCC Business Confidence Survey 2022 by Ms. Bettina Schön-Behanzin, Vice President, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
09:35-09:55: Q&A Session
09:55-10:00: Closing remarks by Mr. Davide Cucino, Brussels Representative, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
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The Shanghai Lockdown Is Over - What Is Next for Danish Business in China
Date: september 27, 2022
Event: Webinar
Shanghai is open again – but what is the consumer sentiment after 2,5 years of COVID19 and will business be back to normal? What are the predictions for the rest of the year? Get the absolute freshest briefings from business leaders on the ground in China followed by Q&A.
Briefings:
- Looking ahead to the party congress in October’ by Peter Bøgh Hansen, China Policy Director, DI Sense China
- ‘The impact on the Chinese consumer market’ by Jacob Johansen, Principal & head of user-centricity practice, PWC
- ‘The sharp decline of transportation rates, demand shock and resurgence of China as production base’ by Steffen Schioettz-Christensen, MD China & HK, NTG Nordic Transport Group
- ‘Business outlook remains mixed’ by Aldo Spaanjaars, EVP Anta Sports (Outdoor)
- Moderation by Jesper Halle, Commercial Consul, The Royal Danish Consulate General, Shanghai
Back
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Cross-border Data Transfer: Recent Regulatory Developments in China and Impact on MNC’s
Date: september 20, 2022
Event: Webinar
The Cyberspace Administration of China (“CAC”) and others have recently issued a series of regulations, draft regulations and guidelines that will change the cross-border data transfer regulatory environment in China. Join this webinar to get insights into how the new regulations and guidelines will affect foreign business in China.
We have invited Samuel Yang, Partner of AnJie Law Firm, to share his thoughts and advice to us in this regard. Samuel will bring
- An overview of the recent changes taking place in relation to Chinese cross-border data transfer regulations.
- How to choose from the different legal mechanisms for cross-border data transfers
- Security assessments by the CAC: Key things that you should know to prepare your submission documents
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
Back
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Brand Protection on Chinese Social Media Platforms: Monitoring and Enforcement
Date: september 13, 2022
Event: Webinar
In 2020, there were around 926.8 million social media users in China. It is estimated that this year this number will go up to over 1 billion (Statista, 2022). When dealing with the country with most social media users in the world, it is important for brand owners to have a good grasp of the complexity of social media landscape in China and know how to detect and tackle any instances of IP infringement and brand abuse.
This webinar will cover the following topics:
The current social media landscape in China
Major challenges for brand owners when it comes to infringement detection and takedowns
Real experiences of online brand protection issues
Tips on good practices and proactive measures
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
Back
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Supply Chain China: Trends, Risks & Outlook
Date: september 08, 2022
Event: Webinar
Asia Perspective 2022 Sourcing Survey - Results and Outlook for Asia Supply Chains
It has been turbulent years for supply chains in East Asia, which remains a strong destination for Nordic companies to manufacture and find new customers. At this Signature Webinar, Asia Perspective will share their case experiences from manufacturing and present findings from the annual Asia Perspective sourcing survey of 2022. This survey gives a unique forward-looking view of what companies see in their Asia supply chains.
This year, the survey furthermore explores the trends of shifting production within Asia and nearshoring. The webinar will also cover key risks, sustainability efforts and other topics relevant to decision-makers in supply chain and manufacturing.
Back
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Termination of Employees in Challenging Times
Date: september 06, 2022
Event: Webinar
Many businesses are facing economic and operational difficulties as a result of the global pandemic and local lockdowns. The unpopular solution of terminating employees is sometimes necessary evil.
Robin Tabbers will talk about legal and practical strategies for terminating employees, Chinese HR policies during economic difficulties, suspended operation, and other related circumstances.
More information will follow.
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
Back
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Becoming Local Champions: Achieving “In China for China” through M&A
Date: august 23, 2022
Event: Webinar
By Tony Wang, Partner, and Klaus Björkgren, VP, Nordic Match.
As foreign companies in China need to navigate through increased competition, fluctuating supply chain dynamics and shifting demand behaviors, corporate executives in both HQ and in China are facing the questions of how to become more agile, achieve resilience towards competition and win clients in China.
Drawing from discussions with Nordic corporate leaders in China and project experiences in the past 12 months, Nordic Match is delighted to share how M&A can be used as a useful strategic tool for decision-makers, to stay ahead and accelerate their businesses in China despite ambiguities for the long haul.
Key topics to be covered include:
- - How changing market landscape affects foreign businesses in China
- - Why developing an aligned strategy for China is critical for success
- - Identifying the “right” opportunities
- - Why M&A can be used as a tool to achieve “In China for China”
- - Case examples: Different flavors of “In China for China”
Check your email to sign up.
Please contact us at info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
Back
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How will Shanghai Support Companies to Recover From the Lockdown?
Date: juli 05, 2022
Event: Webinar
Business sentiment in China has taken a hit with the recent COVID lockdowns in Shanghai. It is therefore more important than ever to engage with Shanghai authorities to understand how the city can help you move forward in your China business with confidence. With this in mind, we welcome our members to join us for this roundtable discussion where 6 Danish companies will address some of their concerns with the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce, followed by the opportunity to ask questions to the Shanghai Authorities.
Agenda:
- - Opening remarks by Chinese Embassy in Denmark, Danish Consulate in Shanghai and the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce
- - Introduction by DCCC Chair Simon Lichtenberg
- - Questions by 5 Danish companies: AAK, Danfoss, Danish Crown, Nine United, WE-Dragons & Wrist China with answers by departments from Shanghai Municipality
- - Opportunity to ask questions to Shanghai Authorities
Back
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Launch Event: Survey of Danish Companies in China 2022
Date: juni 30, 2022
Event: Webinar
DCBF hereby invites our members to the launch event about the ‘Business Survey for Danish Companies in China 2022’; a report initiated and produced by DCBF, DCCC, SDC and the Royal Danish Embassy in China. The findings of the Survey – followed by a presentation of the current environment for Danish MNCs in China - will be presented at the Danish Embassy in Beijing and DCBF has arranged to live stream this event for our members based in Denmark.
Agenda:
10:00 - 10:05: Welcome and introduction to the Business Survey by DCCC North Chairman Mathias Boyer
10:05 - 10:20: Analysis by Ambassador Thomas Østrup Møller
10:20 - 10:40: China's Political and Economic Outlook by Feng Chucheng from Plenum.
10:40 - 11:00: Environment for MNCs and Foreign Corporation by Jonathan Woetzel from McKinsey.
11:00 - 11:30: Q&A
To read the full report, click here.
Please check your email inbox for the registration link. If your company is a member of DCBF but you have not received a registration link, please contact us at info@dcbf.dk.
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European Business in China - Business Confidence Survey 2022
Date: juni 28, 2022
Event: Webinar
Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF) is a member of EU-China Business Association (EUCBA) and we are pleased to invite you to this partner webinar:
The EU-China Business Association and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China will at this webinar focus on the results of the annual Business Confidence Survey 2022 of European Business in China. The survey was conducted by the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.
Throughout 2021, the story of European business in China was one of high risks and high rewards. Revenue and profitability were positive but doing business in China also became more difficult for most companies.
As the rest of the world returns to a pre-pandemic level of normality — with few restrictions hampering business operations and travel — the role China played over the last two years in bolstering European companies’ global revenues looks set to diminish.
At this event, European Chamber Vice President Bettina Schön-Behanzin will present the findings of this year’s survey.
Click here to register for the webinar
Programme:
09:00-09:05: Welcome speech by Ms. Gwenn Sonck, Executive Director, EU-China Business Association
09:05-09:35: Presentation on the EUCCC Business Confidence Survey 2022 by Ms. Bettina Schön-Behanzin, Vice President, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
09:35-09:55: Q&A Session
09:55-10:00: Closing remarks by Mr. Davide Cucino, Brussels Representative, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
