Read here the article about the Fact-Finding Mission 2023!

In light of the eased pandemic restrictions and an increase in flights to China, the Swiss-Chinese Chamber of Commerce (SCCC) and SwissCham are resuming their fact-finding and trailblazing trips to China.

After a lengthy three-year hiatus from China, we have crafted an insightful program designed to help you reconnect with, and rediscover, the economic realities and opportunities within the country.

With great pleasure, we cordially invite you to participate in our Fact-Finding Mission to the Greater Bay Area, Hangzhou, and Shanghai, taking place from 2 to 7 November 2023.

"Re-Discovery: A Special Focus on Innovation & Technology in China"

Our mission will be guided by the theme "Re-Discovery: A Special Focus on Innovation & Technology in China". Over the six-day trip, we will explore Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, and Shanghai, incorporating meaningful cultural experiences that help illuminate the economic background and development of these areas.

The mission's primary goal is to cultivate a deeper understanding of the Chinese economy and culture, foster potential partnerships, and uncover market opportunities. SwissCham China chapters in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and Shanghai will share exclusive insights with the participants during closed sessions.

This mission presents an array of opportunities: business cooperation meetings, networking sessions, company visits, as well as cultural immersions. These engagements are designed to promote Swiss-Chinese business development by initiating contacts and projects, allowing for exploration of market opportunities in various industries. In addition, company visits will provide a rare opportunity to visit innovative Chinese companies.

The companies selected for our visits represent a diverse mix of large global corporations and privately-owned businesses, providing a cross-section of the Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME) sector in China. This will offer you a representative overview of the Chinese economy, highlighting its capabilities and challenges.

Key highlights of the trip include:

• Exploring the ecosystem and dynamic development of the Greater Bay Area
• Visiting leading Chinese technology and automotive companies
• Visiting the China International Import Expo, initiated by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2018
• Attending the China Europe CEO Summit, official side-event at the CIIE hosted by ICBC
• Touring the M+ Sigg Collection at M+ Museum, designed by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron
• Networking with local entrepreneurs
• Learning from Swiss companies about their operations in China

(applicable to members of SCCC, SHKBA, Swisscham, S-GE, stars Alumni)

The price includes:

• Reception service & local transportation (bus, train, domestic flight)

• Accommodation in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, Shanghai
• Meals (lunches & dinners)
• All company visits
• Entries to M+ Museum, CIIE, China Europe CEO Summit, all cultural activities

NOT included:

• International flights

• Chinese visa
• Insurance
• Tour guides
• Personal expenses such as extra alcoholic beverages, hotel service
• Additional hotel nights

Minimum number of participants: 10

Maximum number of participants: 20

The costs are calculated on the basis of the effective costs with a minimum mark-up for the organising organisations SCCC and SwissCham.

Intrigued?

Book your seat today by registering HERE. If you have any questions, contact us at info@sccc.ch. We look forward to hearing from you.

Wednesday, 01 November 2023

Suggested flight: Zurich - Hong Kong (LX 138), arrival in Hong Kong at 17:40

Evening:

• Official start and dinner with the delegation

Thursday, 02 November 2023

Morning:

• Introduction to the Greater Bay Area (GBA) by the GBA Development Office
• Meet & Greet with InvestHK Family Office

• Company visit: China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited
• Visit M+ Sigg Collection at M+ Museum, designed by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron

Evening:

• Cocktail Reception with Consulate General of Switzerland in Hong Kong
  
• Transfer to Shenzhen

Friday, 03 November 2023

Morning:

• Compay visit: Shenzhen Stock Exchange
• Meet & Greet with Shenzhen Federation of Industry & Commerce

• Company visit: XtalPi
  
• Company visit: Hexcubes
• Company visit: Tencent

• Cocktail Reception in Shenzhen with Consulate General of Switzerland (Guangzhou)

Saturday, 04 November 2023

Morning:

• Experience Robotaxi - selfdriving taxi
• Company visit: KK Mold

Afternoon:

• Company visit: Shenzhen SMD UAV Co., Ltd.
  

• Flight to Shanghai

Sunday, 05 November 2023

Morning:

• Company visit: NIO

• Lunch with Wen Cui, China Expert, GC Consulting AG
  

Afternoon:

• Company visit: VIRTUARCH 德建

Evening:

• Business Briefing by Swisscham Shanghai with Chinese wine tasting

Monday, 06 November 2023

Morning:

• Visit of the Chinese International Import Expo (CIIE)
• China Europe CEO Summit hosted by ICBC

Afternoon:

• Visit of the Chinese International Import Expo (CIIE)
• Company visit: AlwaysBrong Application Technology Co., Ltd.

Tuesday, 07 November 2023

Morning:

• Transfer to Hangzhou
• Company visit: Alibaba and Alibaba Cloud

Afternoon:

• Company visit: Zeekr
• Debriefing & official closing of the delegation
• Transfer to Shanghai

Evening:

• Sino-Swiss Business Reception

Wednesday, 08 November 2023

Option 1: Shanghai - Zurich (LX189)

11:05 Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) - 18:25 Zurich Airport (ZRH)

Option 2: Continuation trip to Zhenjiang, Xi'an and Beijing from November 08-11 with delegation organized by Swiss China Center. Read here the detailed program for Zhenjiang, Xi'an and Beijing.

Please note that the contents are subject to change, and the organizers reserve the right to modify the program according to current circumstances.