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EVENTS
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Market-Oriented Reforms
Date: May 15, 2024
Event: Supported Webinar
Time: 09:00-09:45 am (DK) / 03:00-03:45 pm (CN)
In the second webinar of the “Staying in Dialogue with China” webinar series, Co-founder and Managing Director of CMG, Markus Hermann, will talk to Prof. LU Feng, Emeritus Professor of Economics at the National School of Development (NSD) at Peking University, about China’s "Market-Oriented Reforms".
China kicked off its institutional reform from a centrally planned to a more market-oriented economy in the early 1980s under Deng Xiaoping, but – unlike the “shock therapy”-type liberalization of the Soviet Union – Chinese policymakers have been careful in introducing market forces in a gradual and dual-track fashion, essentially letting the market grow out of the plan. So, after 45 years, the state still plays a prominent role in China’s economy, even given the official policy goal that the market shall play a “decisive role” in allocating resources.
What are the roles of the “visible” and “invisible” hands in the market based on CCP ideology? How are factors of production (labor, capital, land, data) liberalized today? What are policy factors preventing more rapid liberalization in general? How to balance market forces and government interventions in view of China’s innovation and security needs? What is the link of ‘market-oriented reforms’ and ‘industrial upgrading’ as two structural transitions? What are policy trends regarding capital (state, private and foreign), e.g. the ‘mixed-ownership reform’? What is the reform logic for China’s financial system? How are anti-monopoly and IP protection evolving under the 14th Five-Year-Plan?
Members of DCBF can register for free - Click here to read more and sign up!
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 April and October 2024.
"Staying in Dialogue with China" is organized and hosted by China Macro Group (CMG), with Caixin Global as Anchor Partner, in cooperation with the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), the Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE), Chinaforum Bayern, Swissmem, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (EUCCC), the Swiss Chinese Chamber of Commerce (SCCC), Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF), SwissCham China, China Netzwerk Baden-Württemberg (CNBW), the Austrian Chinese Business Association (ACBA), the Stein am Rhein Symposium (stars), and the Sweden-China Trade Council (SCTC).
Navigating Cross-Border Data Rules: A Practical Guide for EU SMEs
Date: May 16, 2024
Event: Supported Webinar
Time: 10:00-11:30 am (DK) / 04:00-05:30 pm (CN)
How do the new regulations on cross-border data flows released by China change the compliance requirements for your business?
The implications of the Chinese restrictions on cross-border data transfers are a major cause for concern for foreign companies operating in China. DCBF recently conducted a webinar about the significant implications for businesses. However, given its current relevance and to ensure inclusivity for those who may have missed it, we cordially extend an invitation to you for this upcoming webinar hosted by the EU SME Centre and European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.
About the webinar:
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has recently introduced the “Regulations on Promoting and Regulating Cross-Border Data Flows”, which came into effect on 22 March 2024, replacing previous regulations from 2022. These new regulations bring about significant changes, such as relaxed timelines, reduced documentation requirements, and exemptions for data transfer, especially concerning employee data.
Despite the perceived relaxation and clarity brought by the new regulations, it is crucial to emphasize that stringent compliance requirements persist. Factors like cybersecurity, data security, and the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) are still strictly enforced, necessitating compliance efforts like data mapping, legal documentation, and privacy policies.
Join this workshop on May 16th, in Beijing and online, where industry experts will further explain the changes brought by the new regulations and offer practical guidance on the steps businesses should take to adhere to the new regulations.
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Market-Oriented Reforms
Date: May 15, 2024
Event: Supported Webinar
Time: 09:00-09:45 am (DK) / 03:00-03:45 pm (CN)
In the second webinar of the “Staying in Dialogue with China” webinar series, Co-founder and Managing Director of CMG, Markus Hermann, will talk to Prof. LU Feng, Emeritus Professor of Economics at the National School of Development (NSD) at Peking University, about China’s "Market-Oriented Reforms".
China kicked off its institutional reform from a centrally planned to a more market-oriented economy in the early 1980s under Deng Xiaoping, but – unlike the “shock therapy”-type liberalization of the Soviet Union – Chinese policymakers have been careful in introducing market forces in a gradual and dual-track fashion, essentially letting the market grow out of the plan. So, after 45 years, the state still plays a prominent role in China’s economy, even given the official policy goal that the market shall play a “decisive role” in allocating resources.
What are the roles of the “visible” and “invisible” hands in the market based on CCP ideology? How are factors of production (labor, capital, land, data) liberalized today? What are policy factors preventing more rapid liberalization in general? How to balance market forces and government interventions in view of China’s innovation and security needs? What is the link of ‘market-oriented reforms’ and ‘industrial upgrading’ as two structural transitions? What are policy trends regarding capital (state, private and foreign), e.g. the ‘mixed-ownership reform’? What is the reform logic for China’s financial system? How are anti-monopoly and IP protection evolving under the 14th Five-Year-Plan?
Members of DCBF can register for free - Click here to read more and sign up!
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 April and October 2024.
"Staying in Dialogue with China" is organized and hosted by China Macro Group (CMG), with Caixin Global as Anchor Partner, in cooperation with the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), the Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE), Chinaforum Bayern, Swissmem, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China (EUCCC), the Swiss Chinese Chamber of Commerce (SCCC), Danish-Chinese Business Forum (DCBF), SwissCham China, China Netzwerk Baden-Württemberg (CNBW), the Austrian Chinese Business Association (ACBA), the Stein am Rhein Symposium (stars), and the Sweden-China Trade Council (SCTC).
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Navigating Cross-Border Data Rules: A Practical Guide for EU SMEs
Date: May 16, 2024
Event: Supported Webinar
Time: 10:00-11:30 am (DK) / 04:00-05:30 pm (CN)
How do the new regulations on cross-border data flows released by China change the compliance requirements for your business?
The implications of the Chinese restrictions on cross-border data transfers are a major cause for concern for foreign companies operating in China. DCBF recently conducted a webinar about the significant implications for businesses. However, given its current relevance and to ensure inclusivity for those who may have missed it, we cordially extend an invitation to you for this upcoming webinar hosted by the EU SME Centre and European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.
About the webinar:
The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) has recently introduced the “Regulations on Promoting and Regulating Cross-Border Data Flows”, which came into effect on 22 March 2024, replacing previous regulations from 2022. These new regulations bring about significant changes, such as relaxed timelines, reduced documentation requirements, and exemptions for data transfer, especially concerning employee data.
Despite the perceived relaxation and clarity brought by the new regulations, it is crucial to emphasize that stringent compliance requirements persist. Factors like cybersecurity, data security, and the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) are still strictly enforced, necessitating compliance efforts like data mapping, legal documentation, and privacy policies.
Join this workshop on May 16th, in Beijing and online, where industry experts will further explain the changes brought by the new regulations and offer practical guidance on the steps businesses should take to adhere to the new regulations.
PAST EVENTS
RESULTS (114)
Are Asian women aspiring to bigger professional roles in APAC?
Date: October 11, 2022
Time: 9.00-10.00 a.m. (DK) / 3.00-4.00 p.m. (CN)
Event: Webinar
Click here to register for the webinar! (only available for members of DCBF, DCCC or DCC-HK)
Kay Group’s Partner and Executive Coach, Karin Wellbrock, will come together with Managing Director BMES Greater China, Anne Zhang, and Gender Researcher and Executive Coach Dr. Bettina Al-Sadik (MCC) to discuss the situation regarding women in leadership in Greater China and Japan with focus on the lack of diversity. BMES’s BD Manager for APAC and Japan, Amrit Warraich, will be moderating the event.
The points of discussion will tackle how to ensure diversity and equal opportunity within executive suites throughout APAC:
- How can women in leadership build their careers and what strengths do they have?
- What are some differences and commonalities from a gender research perspective?
- How can female leader profiles appear in more executive searches, and what will the implications of that be regarding multinational leadership roles?
- What happens when female leaders take on CxO positions? What are the challenges, and how does reality match up to the expectations they are facing?
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
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European Business in China - Position Paper 2022/2023
Date: September 30, 2022
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (DK) / 5:00 - 6:00 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, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, and BusinessEurope are delighted to invite you to the 'European Business in China: Position Paper 2022/2023' launch.
This Position Paper of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China is the culmination of nine months of dedicated work by 41 working groups and sub-working groups and forums. This year’s Executive Position paper outlines, how over the last year, there has been a significant shift in focus at European companies' headquarters (HQs) when evaluating China.
By prioritizing ideology over economic concerns, China's business environment is becoming less predictable, reliable and efficient. While opportunities for European companies remain, they must now develop strategies to deal with an ever-growing list of risks stemming from both emerging legislation—within and outside of China—and geopolitical developments. Join us to understand the key drivers behind these trends and their implications for European business.
Click Here to register for the webinar
Program:
11:00-11:05: Welcome and introduction by Ms. Gwenn Sonck, Executive Director, EU-China Business Association & Flanders-China Chamber of Commerce
11:05-11:35: Presentation of the Position Paper 2022/2023 by Mr. Joerg Wuttke, President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
11:35-11:55: Q&A and final discussion moderated by Ms. Luisa Santos, Deputy Director General of BusinessEurope
11:55-12:00: Closing words by Mr. Jochum Haakma, Chairman, EU-China Business Association
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Future-Proof Upskilling and Reskilling of Tomorrows Workers in China
Date: September 27, 2022
Time: 9.00-10.00 a.m. (DK) / 3.00-4.00 p.m. (CN)
Event: Webinar
By Khurram Jamil, Co-founder & President of strategic initiatives, Area9 Lyceum
With the availability of AI-powered Adaptive Learning, we can now rethink how we want to develop our organization. For the first time, we can use technology to upskill an entire group of people and have everyone receive the personal attention they need. The need for this technology has been further accelerated by the effects of COVID-19, especially in relation to China, where travel restrictions and closed borders have caused barriers relating to knowledge transfer across borders.
In this webinar, Khurram Jamil, Co-founder & President of Strategic Initiatives at Area9 Lyceum will introduce the concept of adaptive learning for workforces and explore how this technology for example can be used to ensure that workers build adequate product knowledge. Furthermore, Khurram will go through case examples of companies where the technology is applied, such as Audi and Lockheed Martin. Starting last year, companies with teams in China can use Area9’s technology thanks to local cloud hosting and support.
Join the webinar to explore how the technology will help ensure your learning organization is ready for the next decades.
Check your email to register.
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
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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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Are Asian women aspiring to bigger professional roles in APAC?
Date: October 11, 2022
Event: Webinar
Click here to register for the webinar! (only available for members of DCBF, DCCC or DCC-HK)
Kay Group’s Partner and Executive Coach, Karin Wellbrock, will come together with Managing Director BMES Greater China, Anne Zhang, and Gender Researcher and Executive Coach Dr. Bettina Al-Sadik (MCC) to discuss the situation regarding women in leadership in Greater China and Japan with focus on the lack of diversity. BMES’s BD Manager for APAC and Japan, Amrit Warraich, will be moderating the event.
The points of discussion will tackle how to ensure diversity and equal opportunity within executive suites throughout APAC:
- How can women in leadership build their careers and what strengths do they have?
- What are some differences and commonalities from a gender research perspective?
- How can female leader profiles appear in more executive searches, and what will the implications of that be regarding multinational leadership roles?
- What happens when female leaders take on CxO positions? What are the challenges, and how does reality match up to the expectations they are facing?
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
Back
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European Business in China - Position Paper 2022/2023
Date: September 30, 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, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, and BusinessEurope are delighted to invite you to the 'European Business in China: Position Paper 2022/2023' launch.
This Position Paper of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China is the culmination of nine months of dedicated work by 41 working groups and sub-working groups and forums. This year’s Executive Position paper outlines, how over the last year, there has been a significant shift in focus at European companies' headquarters (HQs) when evaluating China.
By prioritizing ideology over economic concerns, China's business environment is becoming less predictable, reliable and efficient. While opportunities for European companies remain, they must now develop strategies to deal with an ever-growing list of risks stemming from both emerging legislation—within and outside of China—and geopolitical developments. Join us to understand the key drivers behind these trends and their implications for European business.
Click Here to register for the webinar
Program:
11:00-11:05: Welcome and introduction by Ms. Gwenn Sonck, Executive Director, EU-China Business Association & Flanders-China Chamber of Commerce
11:05-11:35: Presentation of the Position Paper 2022/2023 by Mr. Joerg Wuttke, President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China
11:35-11:55: Q&A and final discussion moderated by Ms. Luisa Santos, Deputy Director General of BusinessEurope
11:55-12:00: Closing words by Mr. Jochum Haakma, Chairman, EU-China Business Association
Back
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Future-Proof Upskilling and Reskilling of Tomorrows Workers in China
Date: September 27, 2022
Event: Webinar
By Khurram Jamil, Co-founder & President of strategic initiatives, Area9 Lyceum
With the availability of AI-powered Adaptive Learning, we can now rethink how we want to develop our organization. For the first time, we can use technology to upskill an entire group of people and have everyone receive the personal attention they need. The need for this technology has been further accelerated by the effects of COVID-19, especially in relation to China, where travel restrictions and closed borders have caused barriers relating to knowledge transfer across borders.
In this webinar, Khurram Jamil, Co-founder & President of Strategic Initiatives at Area9 Lyceum will introduce the concept of adaptive learning for workforces and explore how this technology for example can be used to ensure that workers build adequate product knowledge. Furthermore, Khurram will go through case examples of companies where the technology is applied, such as Audi and Lockheed Martin. Starting last year, companies with teams in China can use Area9’s technology thanks to local cloud hosting and support.
Join the webinar to explore how the technology will help ensure your learning organization is ready for the next decades.
Check your email to register.
Please contact info@dcbf.dk if you have any questions.
Back
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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.
