Australia’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China His Excellency, Mr Graham Fletcher

His Excellency, Mr Graham Fletcher is a senior career officer with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and was most recently First Assistant Secretary, North Asia Division. He has previously served overseas as Deputy Head of Mission, Australian Embassy, Washington; Deputy Head of Mission, Australian Embassy, Beijing; Counsellor, Australian Embassy, Beijing; and Third Secretary, …

TALKING POINTS| EDUCATION 27/5/19

In today’s talking points, trends in the Chinese education industry show that the industry will double, challenges are highlighted with entering the Chinese education market despite it’s profitability and Asia and Latin America continue to grow as opportunities for Australia’s intake of international students.

MEMBER NEWS | Singapore monetary authority consults on payment services regulations

Written by: Pinsent Masons, Out-Law.com The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has carried out a consultation into proposed payment services regulations that will enable it to carry out its functions under the new Payment Services Act. The consultation covers areas such as licensing structure and fees, licensing requirements, proposed exemptions from the regulations, and transitional …

MEMBER NEWS | What Australia’s election result means for its renewable energy future

Written by: Anthony Arrow, Pinsent Masons, Out-Law.com   ANALYSIS: The Liberal-National coalition was returned to power over the weekend for a third term and now has an opportunity to implement policies designed to decarbonise the Australian economy Participants in Australia’s renewable energy industry have been craving a period of consistency and regulatory certainty at the …

EVENT| Aussie Expat Tax Planning Workshop

UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY OF AUSTRALIAN EXPAT TAX PLANNING! We are pleased to extend this invitation to our upcoming workshop on Australian Expatriate Tax Planning. We will present a comprehensive guide to the fundamentals of Aussie Expat Tax Planning and tax-effective investment strategies that work for you while overseas and upon your eventual return to Australia. …

MEMBER EVENT | Asian Risks Management Services 2019 Corporate General Insurance Feedback

Asian Risks Management Services is conducting a short survey on insurable risk management solutions. In association with our local partners, we tailor-made insurable risks management solutions. We are constantly striving to design for companies seamless solutions. To do so, we appreciate your feedback. Please answer the 10 below questions, it will take only a few …

MEMBER EVENT | YCIS: One Night in Beijing: Don’t Miss the 2019 PO Gala

On Saturday 1 June at 5 pm, you are cordially invited to join Yew Chung International School of Beijing (YCIS Beijing) for our annual Parent Organisation (PO) Charity Gala! The theme for this year’s charity gala is ‘One Night in Beijing’ and the festivities will be held at the Conrad Hotel.  The evening will include …

EVENT | De Bortoli Wines Annual Grand Feast

  De Bortoli Wines Annual Grand Feast Partnering with Beijing’s most exciting new restaurant Hurricanes, we’re hosting our first ever De Bortoli Wines dinner in Beijing. 6 amazing courses, paired with 10 of Australia’s best wines. When:  Friday, June 14th Where:  Hurricanes, Beijing Address: Gongti West Road | 工人体育场西路 (许仙楼与堂超市之间) Time: 7:00pm (arrival from 6:30pm) Price: Members …

Member Event | 2019 Australian Federal Election

The 2019 Australian federal election will be held on Saturday 18 May 2019. If you are an eligible Australian citizen living overseas you can still participate but you need to be enrolled. To enrol, check or update your enrolment details visit www.aec.gov.au. The deadline for enrolling or updating your details for the federal election is …

MEMBER EVENT | BSB Shunyi Open Day

The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi invites prospective parents to come and see our school in action!  BSB is a vibrant learning community offering an outstanding education to over 1,000 students from more than 60 nationalities. Prospective parents are invited to visit our Early Years, Primary, German Primary and Secondary classrooms to see the …