AustCham Beijing: The Monthly, July 2015

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AustCham Beijing Newsletter
31 July 2015

July has been another active month for Chamber events, while also being a period of preparation as we prepare to ramp-up our activities and launch new initiatives including a Sustainable Cities Working Group and a Chamber representation in Tianjin in the second half of the year. Here is a quick look back at the month of July.

On July 2nd, AustCham Beijing welcomed the Minister for Industry and Science, the Hon. Ian McFarlane MP to Beiing by hosting a breakfast with members at the Grand Hyatt Beijing. Minister McFarlane used his presentation to reiterate that Australia is indeed a friendly investment destination for Chinese investors and both countries strongly compliment each others commercial growth.

Presentations by LehmanBrown and Norton Rose Fulbright at the Australian Property Overview Seminar on the 14th provided an informative overview and update on the regulatory environment surrounding outboard investment to Australia.

On a lighter note, the Young Professionals Summer Soiree was held in conjunction with AustCham partners CPA, ACYPI and ACYA at the spectacular Pine Garden at China World Summit Wing. This event was a great opportunity to relax, catch-up with old friends and mingle with new faces after a busy week of work.

July has also been a shaky month in the stock market. Concerns have been raised that suggest the stock market is reflective of longer term structural issues, which may impact the trade between Australia and China. However, many of these concerns have been largely overstated as pointed out by AustCham Beijing’s General Manager Nick Coyle during his appearance on ABC Newcastle local radio this morning.

Lastly, the AustCham team would like to wish everyone a Merry Australian Christmas in July! We hope to see you tonight for Christmas Aussie Drinks at Aria Bar, C hina World Hotel.

For more Events, News and all things China-Australia please see below...

Events

TONIGHT Aussie Drinks: Christmas in July at Aria Bar, China World Hotel
Fri 31 July, 6:30-9:30pm | Aria Bar, China World Hotel
Free (Members) 50 RMB (Non-Members) | No RSVP Required

Retail & E-Commerce Networking Drinks
Wed 12 August, 6:00-9:00pm | Vous Lobby Lounge, Sofitel Wanda Beijing
Free (Members) 50RMB (Non-Members) | RSVP

Sustainable Cities Working Group Launch
Fri 21 August, 6:00-9:00pm | Kempinski Hotel Beijing
Free (Members) 50RMB (Non-Members) | RSVP

All Chamber Welcome Back Networking-Flower Edition
Tue 25 August, 6:30-9:30pm | Pine Garden, China World Summit Wing
100RMB (Members) 200RMB (Non-Members) | RSVP

Financial Services Young Professionals Networking Mixer
Fri 16 October, 6:30-9:00pm | TBA
Free (Members) 50RMB (Non-Members) | RSVP

Featured Event

LehmanBrown Business Tax Seminar &
AustCham Tianjin Launch

14th August | The Westin Tianjin

AustCham Beijing is proud to announce our Tianjin Launch!

AustCham Beijing is expanding its presence by creating a stronger representation in the Tianjin region. AustCham has identified Tianjin as a major growth market for Australian companies and the Chamber currently has a number of members in the Tianjin region in such industries as banking, government, manufacturing, hospitality and education.

To AustCham warmly welcomes our members in Beijing to zip down on the fast train (25 minutes from Beijing South Station) to join our members and friends of the Chamber in Tianjin. The event will feature a Business Tax Seminar held by AustCham SME Working Group Sponsor Lehman Brown, followed by networking drinks at the Westin Tianjin.

Located in downtown Tianjin, rising above lively historic and business districts, The Westin Tianjin is nestled among the city’s famed concession precincts, renowned for their unique architecture and charming streets.

Cost:

Seminar + Networking Drinks: 50RMB (Members) 100RMB (Non Members)

Networking Drinks: Free (Members) 50RMB (Non Members)

Event Agenda:

5:00PM-6:30PM – Business Tax Seminar by Lehman Brown

6:30PM-9:30PM – Networking Drinks

Networking Drinks Prices:

Glass of Wine (White or Red) 30 RMB

Beer 25 RMB

Soft drinks & Juices 20 RMB

Complimentary Canapés

The Westin Tianjin Hotel Room Rates (Exclusive to AustCham Members Only):

700RMB nett (Inclusive of Breakfast for 1 person)

750RMB nett (Inclusive of Breakfast for 2 person)

RSVP HERE

Photos from AustCham Beijing Events this past month:

Breakfast with the Minister for Industry and Science, the Hon. Ian Macfarlane MP

02 July | Grand Hyatt Beijing

Young Professionals Summer Soiree
17 July | China World Summit Wing

Working Groups

Education
Why Education is Essential for Growth
Australia and China make Skills Connection with Huawei
Australia and China Strengthen Quality Assurance of Training
Australia- China Science and Research Fund (ACSRF), Joint Research Centres

Energy
Rio Tinto Realeases Strong Second Quarter Production Results

Financial Services
KPMG Mainland China Banking Survey- KPMG
NAB announces $50million innovation fund- NAB
China Stocks in Trading halt- What to Consider?

Food & Agribusiness

Minister for Agriculture Media Release, China: New Market for Livestock Exports
Rural Commodities Wrap - NAB
National Farmers Federation, China FTA
Health Protocol Signed to Enable the Export of Australian Slaughter Cattle to China - MLA

SME's
Opening up a Restaurant Cafe in China- Dezan Shira
Options available when restructuring a China Business- Dezan Shira

Jobs

Ambitious Recruitment Consultant, Hays China
Business Writer and Researcher, Mahon China
Communications Internship, AustCham Beijing
Hays Internship Opportunity, Hays China
Investment Manager, Mahon China
Marketing & Digital Media Manager, M Restaurant Group
Native English-speaking Intern, NiHao Global
Researcher, Asian Agribusiness Recruitment Training & Development (AARTD)
Recruitment Consultant, Asian Agribusiness Recruitment Training & Development (AARTD)
Recruitment Researcher, Asian Agribusiness Recruitment Training & Development (AARTD)
Temporary Research and Support Officer, DFAT, Australian Embassy Beijing
Senior Research Officer in the Research and Visits Unit, DFAT, Australian Embassy Beijing
Special Events Intern, AustCham Beijing

For more details about these positions and to see the full listing of jobs with AustCham Beijing member companies, please visit our Recruitment Page.

Did you know that Job Vacancy listings with AustCham Beijing are complementary for Corporate Members and is available for non-members at special prices? Click here to see your job vacancy advertised in our next newsletter and on our website!

Mates Rates

Westin Tianjin is offering Family Weekend Deals. Treat yourself and the children. More information.

Inovaair is offering 30% off Australian made Air Purifier. More information.

Servcorp is offering a 60 Days Risk Free Trial of the Virtual Office, plus other benefits. More information.

Pudao Beijing Mid-Autumn Festival Wine Promotion More information.

Call for Australian and New Zealand Products

Buoyed by the publicity of the recent bilateral FTA and growing consumer demand for high quality overseas products, numerous major distributors in China are seeking AustCham’s assistance in sourcing Australian as well as New Zealand products.

AustCham has direct relationships with the procurement teams of several major E-commerce giants, and offline distributors, including one of China’s biggest pharmacies, and a major healthcare outlet.

To find out more information about product distribution in China and to connect directly with the relevant procurement team/s please contact AustCham, (+86 10 6595 9252).