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From the desk of the President


Dear Members and Friends

2020 is indeed an unusual year! To be able to update you on the newest developments, we have decided to shorten the summer break and issue an additional newsletter in July.

Covid-19 remains our focus and priority. As the recent flare-ups in China, Germany and Switzerland demonstrate, letting the guard down is not an option and would cause severe consequences. This applies to the governments and each citizen.

The trade conflict between China and the U.S. is not abating. How much the trade dispute is fueled by the election year in the U.S. remains to be seen and will be fully understood in 2021 only. For this reason, we expect further interruptions in the trade and economic ties between the two countries in the coming weeks and months. The recently issued U.S. sanctions regarding Hong Kong as well as the implementation of the new national security law will make the export of goods to the region more complicated. Vigilance is key regarding compliance with the customs and export regulations.

In our last newsletter we expressed hope that travel restrictions between Switzerland and China would be lifted soon. This has not materialized, and we still face severe travel restrictions with only a few flights per week from selected European countries to a few destinations in mainland China. Travel between Hong Kong and mainland China is restricted as well. We understand that Europe will allow travel from mainland China on the condition that travel restrictions to mainland China ease. Should you have travel plans to mainland China, please monitor the travel announcements of the Chinese, European and Swiss governments.

As we mentioned in previous newsletters, the AGM 2020 had to be postponed. With pleasure we can now announce that the AGM will take place in combination with the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Swiss Chinese Chamber of Commerce, on October 29 in Zurich. The program is currently being finalized. We want to make sure that as many members as possible will attend the event, therefore, the attendance fee is extremely attractive. This is made possible by our corporate sponsors as well as by the decision to accept a potential loss at the event. However, the number of participants is limited, so please secure your ticket early!

Please check our website for updates on Covid-19 and webinars – and do not hesitate to contact us via email for questions. The chamber continues to be your partner in these trying times.

The next newsletter will be issued on September 7, 2020. We wish you a healthy and relaxing summer break.


With best regards,

Felix Sutter

In this Newsletter

Events Announcements News Past Events New Member

Webinars & Events

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The 3rd Swiss-Chinese Life Sciences Forum 2020 - Session 2

Online Webinar
July 07, 2020 | 10:00-11:00 | Add to calendar
How the life sciences industry is leading through and beyond COVID-19.

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The Future of Healthcare: East Vs West

Online Webinar
July 08, 2020 | 15:00-16:00 | Add to calendar
How were responses to the pandemic from healthcare systems different in the East and West, and how can they learn from eachother?

Legal Chapter Webinar - August Edition

Online Webinar
August 27, 2020 | 12:15-13:30 | Add to calendar
Topics will cover New Guiding Rules regarding the Treatment of Civil Disputes and cost saving policies for Swiss entities in China.
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70th International Retail Summit - Embracing the Next Normal After the Crisis

GDI Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute Langhaldenstrasse 21 8803 Rüschlikon
September 10, 2020 | 10:00-17:30 | Add to calendar

Legal Chapter Webinar - September Edition

Online Webinar
September 24, 2020 | 12:15-13:30 | Add to calendar
Topic: Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Investments vs. Corporate Social Credit System

New Silk Road Forum V

Webinar
September 28, 2020 | 13:30-17:30 | Add to calendar

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Mastering China at the Board Level

CEIBS Zürich Campus, Horgen
October 07, 2020 | 09:00-17:00 | Add to calendar
Seminar for board members and C-level managers.

SCCC Legal Forum 2020

Meyerlustenberger Lachenal (MLL), Schiffbaustrasse 2, 8031 Zürich
November 10, 2020 | 14:00-18:30 | Add to calendar

Announcements

Follow Us on Instagram!

We created our instagram page lately – swisschinesecham – and would love to share our insightful content with you. We mainly post news about China, useful tips for businesses, updates about upcoming events and interviews of our members.
You can follow us by clicking here or by scanning the image below with the Instagram app directly!


We Answer Your Questions

If you have any questions related to COVID-19, the current business environment in China, administrative procedures or any other inquiry, please don't hesitate to reach out to us via email or the contact form.

Member Offers


We offer exclusive discounts on products and services to our members.
The offers are visible on the SCCC website and will be promoted throughout all our social media platforms.

If you are interested in promoting your discounts to our members, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@sccc.ch or by filling out the following contact form.


Send us your video statement on the occasion of 40 Years SCCC!

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Swiss-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, we are inviting you to send us your video statement about your connection to China, memorable moments or achievements you had there, or anything related to the chamber, its activities and environment.The video statements will be shared on our social media channels such as Instagram or LinkedIn.
We would love to hear your voices and are looking forward to receiving video statements from our dear members! Drop us a message at info@sccc.ch.

News Switzerland - China

         
 
Jun 29, 2020 / News
China loosens rules on fund flows between Greater Bay Area cities, in a partial relaxation of capital controls
The new plan, dubbed Wealth Management Connect, will allow residents of Hong Kong and Macau to buy wealth management products sold by mainland Chinese banks located throughout the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
 
Jun 25, 2020 / News
Switzerland launches SwissCovid tracing app for residents
SwissCovid, the Swiss coronavirus contact tracing app, can now be downloaded on the smartphones of over eight million residents, after parliament passed a legal amendment to govern its use and data protection. Since June 25, the app is available from the Apple App and Google Play stores for the public to test it.
 
         
 
Jun 24, 2020 / News
China to buck global economic downturn in 2020 as coronavirus continues to drive down activity, says IMF
The IMF’s World Economic Outlook Update says China’s economy will grow 1 per cent this year and 8.2 per cent in 2021.
Global economic output is forecast to fall 4.9 per cent, 1.9 percentage points below the estimate in April.

 
Jul 01, 2020 / News
Investors reckon China's grip is good for Hong Kong markets
Hong Kong markets will benefit from more listings by Chinese companies, more mainland money, and more financial links with the world’s second-biggest economy, traders and analysts say, despite legislation some fear will erode the city’s freedoms.
 

Past Events

 
[Webinar Recording] The Risk Landscape in a Post-COVID-19 Era
 
[Webinar Recording] The Risk Landscape in a Post-COVID-19 Era
In case you were unable to join the webinar held in partnership with CEIBS and Swiss Re Institute, watch it here.
 
 
[Webinar Recording] The 3rd Swiss-Chinese Life Sciences Forum 2020 - Session 1
 
[Webinar Recording] The 3rd Swiss-Chinese Life Sciences Forum 2020 - Session 1
The key challenges and learnings from the COVID–19 crisis experienced by leading Chinese and Swiss life sciences companies - Watch here recording of the webinar.
 

New Member

         
 

connected dlt

“Our aim is to make the Blockchain and the Distributed Ledger Technologies relevant.” - connected dlt
 

Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries.
 

Proverb of the month

一口吃不成胖子

Yīkǒu chī bùchéng pàngzi

Learn to walk before you run

Sponsors

The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China is the largest bank in the world. Its Swiss branch was entered in the Commercial Register on 11 December 2017 and officially opened in Zurich on 21 June 2018. ICBC Zurich offers valuable networks and comprehensive services and advice to Swiss investors intending to invest in China.
 
 
 
 
Bühler UBS ABB
Switzerland Global Enterprise Eurasia Competence Mattenbach Gruppe
 
 
 
 

Swiss-Chinese Chamber of Commerce

Kappelergasse 15, 8001, Zurich, Switzerland
Phone: +41 44 421 38 88, Fax: +41 44 421 38 89

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