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From the desk of the President


Dear Members and Friends

The Chinese government has concluded its meetings in Beijing and deliberated the 14th five-year plan – against the background that China is one of the very few G20 countries exhibiting a positive growth rate for the third quarter 2020. At the same time, some of my Chinese friends were excited to share their Halloween party pictures from last weekend with me.
This is a stark contrast to the rest of the world. Most other countries, including Switzerland, have to deal with the second wave of the pandemic. Not to mention the tension of this week’s election in the US and its potential aftermath.

Bearing that in mind, it is clear that we need strategies that work in Chinese marketplaces – and we need different strategies for Switzerland and Europe. While China’s economy has taken off once more, most other economies are still suffering. As a consequence, we will see consumer and investor behavior change. It is now clear that we cannot shake off the pandemic in a few months. It is here to stay, at least until spring 2021. In Southeast Asian economies, the lower levels of the economic pyramid have used up their savings, and many smaller companies fight for their survival. However, this still should not result in a structural and protracted crisis as in 2008. Once the pandemic recedes, the economy should get back on track, and consumers are keen to compensate for the constraints they have faced.

That said, it must be clear that it is in the best interest of all members of the society and economy to minimize the numbers of infections during this second and a potential third wave.

SCCC contributed its part by conducting its AGM virtually for the first time. Please see on the website the annual reports, financial numbers, and the newly elected board. The new Chinese Ambassador, his Excellency Wang Shiting, delivered a welcome note, together with Felix Rosenberger from SECO.

As we are in the middle of our 40th anniversary celebrations, we have recorded statements from our members that you can watch on our website and our social media accounts.

Last but not least, there is something tangible on its way to your letterbox – our anniversary book. It is a powerful symbol of the chamber’s heritage, present and future. A huge thank you to all who have contributed – content providers, sponsors, and editors.

We are all in the process of preparing for the end of the year and increasing our resilience at both private and business level. I wish you a peaceful November and a very good health.


With best regards,


Felix Sutter

In this Newsletter

Events Announcements News Past Events New Member

Webinars & Events

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Sino - Swiss Business Reception @CIIE 2020

2nd Floor, T2, Lihpao Land, No. 159 Shenwu Road, Minhang District, Shanghai
November 06, 2020 | 18:00-22:00 | Add to calendar
Swiss Centers China invites you to the Business Reception on the 6th of November, 2020.
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Chinese Cloud Services

Online Webinar
November 12, 2020 | 11:00-13:00 | Add to calendar
What are the challenges, the opportunities and the possible solutions for your China business?
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Swiss-Asian Young Professionals Networking Event

Milchbar, Kappelergasse 16, 8001 Zürich
November 25, 2020 | 17:30-19:30 | Add to calendar
The SCCC invites young professionals (age 25 - 40) to the first physical networking event since COVID-19.
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SCCC Christmas Apéro

Milchbar, Kappelergasse 16, 8001 Zürich
December 17, 2020 | 16:30-19:30 | Add to calendar
We wish to celebrate this year's accomplishments with our dear members.

Announcements

 
The Yearbook is Now Available!
 
The Yearbook is Now Available!

To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Chamber, we decided to publish a yearbook that is now available!
The yearbook includes a collection of anniversary greetings from representatives of the Chamber as well as the Swiss and Chinese governments. It provides an overview of 70 years of bilateral relations between the two countries, with insights from distinguished experts. The book is completed with a series of art pieces from the Sigg Collection, providing a unique insight into contemporary Chinese art.

All members will receive a copy of the book in the coming days. Members who would like to purchase additional copies, or non-members interested in the book can place their order  by writing us an e-mail to info@sccc.ch.

Details and Price:
A4 Hardcover, 160 pages, CHF 28.- (incl. VAT, excl. shipping)


 
 
Thank You for the Contributions!
 
Thank You for the Contributions!

We would like to thank our members who participated in our video interviews.
The goal is to create mutual awareness among SCCC members and encourage further exchange and cooperation.
We are now starting to publish the video interviews on our social media networks.
Follow us on our social media channels to keep up to date (LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook).
For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@sccc.ch.

 

News Switzerland - China

         
 
Oct 30, 2020 / News
Investors pour US$3 trillion into world’s largest IPO

Ant becomes the record holder in terms of number of retail investors and subscription sum in Hong Kong IPO history.
Banks and brokerages in Hong Kong lent about HK$500 billion in total margin financing for the retail portion of IPO.
 
Oct 29, 2020 / News
China unveils 5-year plan with tech ambitions at its core

China unveiled the first glimpses of its economic plans for the next five years, promising to build the nation into a technological powerhouse as it emphasized quality growth over speed.
Initial details released by the Communist Party’s Central Committee Thursday stressed the need for sustainable growth and also pledged to develop a robust domestic market.
 
         
 
Oct 29, 2020 / News
The Montreux Jazz Festival travels to China

One of the greatest music festivals is finally coming to China!  This new Festival licence will offer an eclectic programme on the theme “When West Meets East”, combining Chinese and Asian music and of course jazz, which has been enjoying a new lease of life in the country in recent years.
The first edition of the Montreux Jazz Festival China will take place in Hangzhou, in the province of Zhejiang, from 5 to 8 October 2021.

 
Oct 19, 2020 / News
China's economy continues to bounce back from virus slump

China's economy continues its recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic according to its latest official figures. The world's second-biggest economy saw growth of 4.9% between July and September, compared to the same quarter last year.
However, the figure is lower than the 5.2% expected by economists.
 

Past Events

 
[Meeting Recording] Annual General Meeting SCCC & SHKBA
 
[Meeting Recording] Annual General Meeting SCCC & SHKBA
The SCCC and the SHKBA held their AGMs on October 29, 2020 on Zoom. If you were unable to attend, you can watch the recording of the AGM here.
 

New Member

 
Pavel Jakovlev
 
JAKOVLEV.CO is a boutique advisory firm for technology companies, offering market access, positioning and strategic consulting services.
 

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Proverb of the month

磨杵成针


Mó chǔ chéng zhēn

Anything can be achieved with a firm resolve.

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
 
 
 
 
 
   

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Phone: +41 44 421 38 88, Fax: +41 44 421 38 89

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