Food and Agribusiness Talking Points 28-03-2016

Agricultural Cooperaiton and the ‘One Belt One Road’ initiative The conclusion of the Seminar on Agriculture Cooperation under One Belt One Road Strategy has highlighted significant opportunities for the Agricultural sector along the New Silk Road Economic Belt, with China’s agricultural cooperation with foreign countries set to develop rapidly over the next few years. According …

March Aussie Drinks @ MEI Whisky Bar, Rosewood Beijing

Join us for Aussie Drinks this month on Friday the 25th of March at MEI Whisky Bar, Rosewood Beijing and welcome the long awaited warmth. Expect lucky door prizes, discount beer, wine and cocktails, as well as good company on the night. No RSVP required for this event Date: Friday, 25th March 2016 (Click here to add …

Post Event Update | Joint Chamber Briefing on KPMG’s China Outlook 2016

On the 25th of March AustCham Beijing, AmCham China, The British Chamber, The European Chamber, and KPMG hosted an exclusive briefing on KPMG’s China Outlook 2016. The sold-out briefing unpacked the report with reference to the future of China’s economy and what this means for foreign businesses and governments navigating these changes. Vaughn Barber (Global Chair, …

Healthcare and Lifesciences Talking Points, 25-03-2016

China’s Contribution to Global Health Security Through Pharma Partnerships Following the devastating outbreak of Ebola in 2014 many lessons were learnt in regards to how open the world was to global heath epidemics and the lack of commercial and governmental funding to tackle the spread of dangerous diseases. With the Ebola outbreak, even though the …

AFL Opening Season Weekend – Sydney Swans vs the Collingwood Magpies

Join the Australia-China Youth Association and the Beijing Bombers at ‘Yummy Box’ bar Wudaokou, to watch the first round of the 2016 AFL season. The match features The Sydney Swans vs the Collingwood Magpies and is set to be a big opening weekend! AFL Opening Season Weekend- Sydney Swans vs Collingwood Magpies Date: Saturday 26th March 2016 …

National People’s Congress Briefing 2016

On Thursday the 24th of March AustCham Beijing, in conjunction with AmCham China and the Center for China and Globalisation, hosted an exclusive chamber briefing on the 2016 National People’s Congress (NPC), focusing discussion on the 13th Five Year Plan. Speakers included Ms. Li Lu, Principal of GM & Associates and Vice-Chair of AmCham China’s …

Financial Services Talking Points, 24-03-2016

China offers US$11.5 billion in loans, credit to Southeast Asia In a bid to inject growth in Southeast Asia and surrounding regions China has pledged that it will provide US$11.5 billion in loans and credit to Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Premier Li Keqiang offered this credit in order to invest in better infrastructure …

Member News: Soul Bowls at Hatchery

Soul Bowls at Hatchery is Beijing’s first ever smoothie bowl concept, offering everyday healthy, hearty food. Chef David Ball has created a menu that includes smoothie bowls, Hawaiian-inspired poke, different salads and rice-based dishes, sandwiches, fresh daily baked goods and drinks to match. Have a look through the mouthwatering menu below and make sure you pop …

Food and Agribusiness Talking Points, 21-03-2016

China police continue crackdown on beef smuggling US$32.6 million worth of beef produced has been smuggled into China in order to avoid customs duty and tax on this lucrative commodity. Apparently 6,000 tonnes of beef have come into China surpassing any controls over the quality of the meat and standards set by food standards agencies …