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From the desk of the President


Dear Members and Friends

This is the last newsletter of 2021, and it seems we are caught in a time loop. Once again, we are facing a new pandemic situation that is new to all of us and is testing our patience and resources.

The results of the vaccination resilience to Omicron and the severity of the symptoms will be known just in time for the Christmas holidays. Let’s all hope that we can celebrate without major restrictions. However, we must remain vigilant in everything we do and plan over the holidays.

In the context of the interactions between China and Switzerland, a call between Federal Council Ignazio Cassis and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi took place on November 26, during which a wide range of topics were discussed – evidence that relations between China and Switzerland are solid and sensitive issues can be addressed in a polite and diplomatic manner.

Last month, various events were held in Switzerland on the topic of China, and the media made China their focus. This is important, as I wrote in the last newsletter, it is essential to understand China and its intentions and developments. Only then we can be a competent partner in discussions and negotiations on government and economic matters.

One such development that needs to be understood is the ‘3rd resolution’. After 1945 and 1981, it is only the third time in the history of the CCP that such a resolution has been drafted, discussed, and published. It addresses the achievements of the past 100 years as well as the priorities of the Chairman and President Xi Jinping over the last 9 years. In conjunction with the newly launched five-year plan, it allows a prediction of the Chinese government’s approach and next steps at the national and international levels.

Many of us have heard the term ‘common prosperity’. It is an area of focus for the Chinese government that will drive many future decisions and regulations. Therefore, it is for all players in China and stakeholders with exposure to China of utmost importance to understand the background, objectives, and tools available to the Chinese government to implement its intentions.

As we prepare for the next year as a Chamber, we have decided to share this President’s Newsletter platform between the presidents of the French-speaking, Italian-speaking, and German-speaking chapters (one of which is also the national president). We will alternate the newsletter so that you will hear the views of more China experts.

In this spirit, I wish you a joyful and happy pre-Christmas season and all the best for the last few days of 2021.



Kind regards and stay healthy,


Felix Sutter

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Upcoming Events Member Offer Announcements New Members News

Webinars & Events

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Monthly Virtual Get-Together

Online (Zoom)
December 07, 2021 | 17:00-18:00 | Add to calendar
Participate in our monthly get-together and enjoy casual conversations with fellow SCCC and SHKBA members.
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Hype or Reality? Blockchain Status Quo and Applications from China

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January 19, 2022 | 10:00-11:00 | Add to calendar
Join us for another interesting webinar to deep-dive into the topic of blockchain and its application possibilities.
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Chinese New Year Celebration 2022

Swiss Re Centre for Global Dialogue, Gheistrasse 37, 8803 Rüschlikon
January 26, 2022 | 17:00-22:00 | Add to calendar
We invite our members, partners and friends to celebrate the start of the Year of the Tiger with us in a festive atmosphere.
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[SAVE THE DATE] Swiss-Chinese Life Science Forum 2022

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March 16, 2022 | 09:30-12:00 | Add to calendar
Save the date for the next edition of the Swiss-Chinese Life Science Forum!
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[SAVE THE DATE] 42nd Annual General Meeting SCCC & 17th AGM of SHKBA

Credit Suisse Forum St. Peter, St. Peterstrasse 19, 8001 Zürich
June 08, 2022 | 17:00-20:00 | Add to calendar
Save the date for the next Annual General Meeting.

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Announcements

Key Theme Briefing: Fact or Fiction - China Outlook 2022

COMPLETE BRIEFING
On November 23, 2021, SCCC and Swiss Re Institute hosted the China Outlook 2022 under the topic "Fact or Fiction". The event took place at the Swiss Re Centre for Global Dialogue in Rüschlikon, Switzerland. The audience was able to listen to the presentations and panel discussions, as well as participate in Q&A with the speakers.
The event welcomed 6 guest speakers from various companies and industries to present their insights on specific topics concerning China’s economic development in the next year. Over 50 participants joined the event to listen to the informative speeches and panel discussions.

New Members


We welcome our new Company Members of the SCCC:
         
 

Strategic Swiss Partners

Strategic Swiss Partners (SSP) is a leading boutique management & financial advisory firm. Headquartered in Switzerland with offices in China, Malaysia and the UAE, the company profits from a vast partner network of prominent advisors. As a market specialist, SSP China can help companies to enter the Chinese market, expand their existing Chinese operations or identify new opportunities.
 

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.


The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance and hair care products. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under a multitude of brand names.

 
         
 

TWINTEC Group

Twintec provides a total offer concept for the industrial floors: high performance, sustainability and aesthetics. Topp & Screed design, manufacture, refurbish and maintain an extensive range of concrete laying and finishing equipment.
 

Russel Reynolds Associated

Russell Reynolds Associates is a global leadership advisory and search firm. We exist to improve the way the world is led.
 

We welcome our new Individual Member of the SCCC:
  • Ming-Cheng Wu

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Past Events

Fact or Fiction - China Outlook 2022

The China Outlook 2022, which was co-organized with the Swiss Re Institute, addressed the trends in China's economy in the coming years.
November 23, 2021 | 16:30-18:00
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China Investment Forum - Insights from ICBC

The virtual China Investment Forum, which was co-organized with Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Zurich Branch, addressed various topics around investment in China.
November 30, 2021 | 09:00-10:40
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News Switzerland - China

         
 
Nov 29, 2021 / News
China backs strengthening WHO pact

China said that it agreed with proposals to strengthen compliance and sharing of information under amendments to the World Health Organization's International Health Regulations of 2005, as stated by Shen Hongbing, vice commissioner of China's National Administration of Disease Prevention and Control.

 
Nov 28, 2021 / News
Record 2.1m Chinese sit civil service exam

A record number of Chinese are sitting the national civil service examination this year, in hopes of landing a secure government job. More than 2.12 million applicants registered for Sunday’s exam. That is 35 per cent higher than last year’s 1.57 million, and the first time the number has crossed 2 million.
 
         
 
Nov 27, 2021 / News
Plane fault cancels Swiss foreign minister’s trip to China

Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis has been forced to cancel a meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi in China following a technical fault on his government jet. Instead, the foreign ministers had a conversation over the phone, according to a tweet by Cassis on Saturday.  
 
Nov 24, 2021 / News
Baidu kicks off robotaxi business


Beijing’s municipal government has approved a permit for Baidu’s Apollo Go robotaxi business to collect fares in the capital city. This marks the first time such a large city in the country has allowed companies to charge the public for robotaxi rides and sets the stage for other cities like Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen to do the same.
 

Proverb of the month

蜡烛照亮别人,却毁灭了自己。


Làzhú zhàoliàng biérén, què huǐmiè le zìjǐ.

A candle gives light to others and consumes itself. – Self-sacrifice for the benefit of others.


Partners

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.

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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