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The Mechanical Engineering Working Group (MEWG) of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is pleased to invite you to the webinar “How to Choose the Right Partner in China. Focus on the Manufacturing Industry”, on April 7th 2022, at 2 pm - 3:30 pm. The webinar aims to prepare foreign companies operating in the manufacturing sector looking for Chinese business partners. During this session, the CICC Mechanical Engineering Working Group will discuss with our experts which are the most important aspects to be considered while selecting a business partner in China, including the necessary background checks, different (legal) forms of cooperation, financial transaction, Merger, Acquisition and Taxation - Financial Due Diligence and Company Evaluation on Target Partner.   Background The main goal of the webinar is to provide adequate tools to companies participating in the B2B activities scheduled in April (date tbc), in Shanghai, during the CREATIVE WORLD LEADS THE FUTURE – China-Europe SME Innovation Cooperation and Development Forum. The forum and B2B Matchmaking are organized by the Shanghai Municipality with the intent to foster cooperation and working opportunities between European and Chinese SMEs. The process will be managed by Shanghai SME Department which will search and propose to the applicant company the best choice and other potential partners for the purpose stated in the application. This is a golden opportunity to find that missing piece of the puzzle and expand the business horizons of your company and operations.   Event Details When: April 7th 2022, 2 pm - 3:30 pm (Beijing time) How: Online (Zoom) Event fee: CICC Members: free of charge / Non-Members: 150 RMB Event Language: English Target: European companies operating in the manufacturing industry, especially SMEs Format: Panel discussion moderated by Carlo Nizia, Vice Coordinator of the CICC Mechanical Engineering Working Group   AGENDA - 14:00-14:05  Institutional Greetings by Alessandra Palumbo, Commercial Consul at Consulate General of Italy in Shanghai  - 14:05-14:10  Institutional Greetings by Paolo Bazzoni, Chairman at China-Italy Chamber of Commerce  - 14:10-14:25  Introduction of the speakers: Guido D. Giacconi, Co-founder and Chairman, In3act Srl, Simon Laube, Senior Associate, International Business Advisory at Dezan Shira & Associates, Lorenzo Riccardi, Managing Partner of RsA Asia, Matteo Zhi, Senior Partner, D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel Moderated by Carlo Nizia, Vice Coordinator of the CICC Mechanical Engineering Working Group - 14:25-15:15  Panel discussion: How to choose the right partner in China.  - 15:15-15:30  Q&A      Interested in joining? Scan the QR code to sign up! Please note that questions proposed by the participants to the speaker experts need to be sent to infoshanghai@cameraitacina.com before the webinar takes place.   SPEAKERS Guido D. Giacconi, Co-founder and Chairman, In3act Srl Ing. Guido D. Giacconi is co-founder and currently President of In3act Srl, an Italian business strategy consulting and advisory company with operations in China since 2006, focused on Energy and Environmental Protection, Regions Business and Economy Planning, Automotive, Machinery, Engineering, Consumer Goods, Chemical, Retail. On top of Foreign Clients, in China In3act honored to assist also National and Local Chinese Governments. He is also CEO of In3act Global - a Group holding with interests in consulting and investments - CEO of GDG&C Srl, a business consulting company specialized in SMEs, active in Europe and China. Currently, National Vice President of European Union Chamber of Commerce (EUCCC). Simon Laube, Senior Associate, International Business Advisory at Dezan Shira & Associates Simon Laube is a Senior Associate with the International Business Advisory team at Dezan Shira & Associates’ Shanghai office. He guides foreign investors through their market entry process into China, from pre-entry assessment to corporate structuring, and ongoing support in conjunction with his tax, accounting and payroll colleagues. Simon is also part of the company’s German Desk, for which he is the point of contact for German-speaking clients. Before joining Dezan Shira & Associates, Simon acquired extensive experience in international business management, leading the Europe office of a boutique American trading company in the automotive and motorcycle industries. His deep engagement with business partners in Asia as well as the business expertise he developed managing mass production supply chains in the region, led him to his current position in Shanghai. Lorenzo Riccardi, Managing Partner of RsA Asia Lorenzo Riccardi is the Managing Director of RsA Asia and Treasurer of China-Italy Chamber of Commerce; he is a CPA specialized in international taxation and has covered roles in the governance of non-profit organizations and multi-national companies including the largest Italian groups in luxury, food and mechanical sectors. He has published extensively on foreign investments in developing and frontier economies. Matteo Zhi, Senior Partner, D’Andrea & Partners Legal Counsel Mr Matteo Zhi is graduated from Nanjing University Law School for his bachelor’s degree in law and then respectively graduated from Rome Tre University and Shanghai Jiaotong University for his master’s degrees. Mr Zhi advises European and Chinese clients on various legal matters and business transactions in China and cross-border, with special focus on manufacturing companies. Special focus areas in foreign direct investment, mergers & acquisitions, cybersecurity and data protection, corporate restructuring, PO and refinancing, commercial, real estate, construction as well as dispute resolution. He is fluent reading, writing, speaking in Chinese, Italian and English. Passed the Chinese Bar Exam and admitted to Shanghai Bar Association.   Know more about MEWG The MEWG represents the interest of all Italian companies in China working directly or indirectly in the sector on a national base. MEWG Objectives • Coordinate and promote all Italian members’ needs which are active in many different industries of the Chinese mechanical engineering sector (machinery, automotive, component manufacturers, mechanical engineering …); • Promote and raise awareness on the size and the importance of the Italian technology in the sector to all institutions in China and Italy that are our natural counterparts, in order to develop business opportunities; • Coordinate and promote activities and events that boost the visibility and the image of “Technology Made in Italy”; • Inform all members on the topic Made in China 2025, particularly with regard to risks and opportunities for Italian businesses; • Become a reference for all mechanical engineering companies within the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), lobbying private and public institutions active in the Chinese market. For more information about the MEWG please contact the email address: infoshanghai@cameraitacina.com   The CICC Team

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) together with the EU SME Centre and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China invite you to attend the seminar "New Regulations and Animal Testing Exemption for Cosmetics", to be held next April 12, 2022 ONLINE and OFFLINE (CICC Beijing Office and CICC Guangzhou Office, see address below). The Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR) came into effect on 1 January 2021, representing the new, overarching cosmetic regulatory framework in China. CSAR has detailed provisions for cosmetic classification, product notification and registration, new ingredient management, efficacy evaluation, safety assessment, online cosmetic supervision, accountability systems, punitive measures, etc.  Simultaneously, in May 2021 a new, long-awaited milestone came into force: the possibility for imported general cosmetics to be exempted from mandatory animal testing in China, and thus opening up the Chinese market to several European cruelty-free brands which previously could only export limited quantities through cross-border e-commerce, or were not exporting at all. Yet, to animal testing exemption a certain documentation must be provided from the manufacturer’s home country, which is a challenging process. In February 2022, the EU SME Centre updated its flagship report How to Export Cosmetics to China (2022 Regulations Update) to help EU companies in the process. This workshop reviews the impact of CSAR and other relevant cosmetics regulations after more than 1 year of implementation. It also explains the process to obtain animal testing exemption for EU manufacturers, introduces a non-complete list of EU countries issuing GMP certificates, and provides an overview of the feedback and perception of EU companies on the new regulations. __________________________________ Do you want to contribute to the event by providing feedback on the impact of CSAR and animal testing exemption? Take part in our 2-minute survey by clicking on the link: https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/3uB3kY     __________________________________ Agenda: 16:00 – 16:10 Intro 16:10 – 16:40 The impact and implementation of the new cosmetics regulations in China  - Vian Fang, Business Director, Enter-Co 16:40 – 17:00 How to export cruelty-free cosmetics / list of EU Member States issuing GMP certificates - Alessio Petino, Knowledge Coordinator, EU SME Centre 17:00 – 17:20 Feedback from EU companies on new cosmetics regulations - Jacky Zhang, Chair of Cosmetics Working Group, EUCCC 17:20 – 17:40 Q&A   About the speakers    Vian Fang Vian has been focusing on cosmetics regulations for many years. In addition to industry giants, she has served hundreds of overseas small and medium-sized cosmetic companies and helped thousands of imported products complete the registration and filing in China. Her professional analysis and unique insights have been recognized and shared by local regulatory authorities for many times, and she was invited to share practical cases for multinational cosmetics associations and chambers of commerce.        Alessio Petino Worked for 6+ years on various EU-funded projects in China, mainly conducting policy and market analysis for European companies looking to enter or already in the Chinese market. Key focus areas: market access regulations and barriers, investment attraction policies, standards & compliance, focus on tech & innovation.   Since October 2020: Knowledge Coordinator of the EU SME Centre, coordinating reports, technical assistance and training activities. Coordinated the EU SME Centre’s How to Export Cosmetics to China (2022) report; 20+ inquiries received and answered from EU SMEs and business organisations on animal testing and CSAR.    Jacky Zhang Jacky Zhang, who is the present chair of the European Union Chamber of Commerce cosmetics working group has over 18-year regulatory affairs plus public affairs working experience in worldwide leading companies in FMCG and consumer health industry in both China and EU. He is also the Asia regulatory affairs director of SRCM Department of L’Oréal, leading its APAC RA team to oversee the regulatory intelligence, advocacy and compliance for Asian markets.  Jacky has in-depth knowledge and expertise on China and global cosmetic regulations with clear insight on the latest regulatory dynamics and trends especially in China. And he also has been the veteran to drive industry advocacy to influence the regulatory changes and implementation in order to meet the needs of business and innovation.   VENUE OFFLINE CICC Beijing Office: Address: 3-2-21 Sanlitun Diplomatic Residence Compound, Gongtibeilu No. 1 Chaoyang District, Beijing. Email: info@cameraitacina.com CICC Guangzhou Office:  Address: Room 1201-1202, Garden Hotel, No.368 Huanshi Dong Road Garden Tower, Guangzhou.  Email: infoguangdong@cameraitacina.com   Scan the QR Code and register

The Intellectual Property Working Group (IPWG) of the CICC is glad to invite you to the online workshop “IP Management and Patent Litigation Strategies in China”, on March 23rd 2022. During this session, Pirelli's Head of IP - Patents and Know-How will discuss with our experts how to formulate best practices of IP management and to prepare for patent litigation in China’s evolving regulatory framework, business environment and policies. The workshop will focus on the protection of new technology, innovation and R&D management strategies. We will discuss how is Pirelli managing its trademark, patent and know - how portfolio in China. Our IP Working Group experts will then provide practical suggestions on how to prepare for (and what to expect when embarking in) know-how and patent litigations in China.   Having a comprehensive IP protection strategy is key to stay competitive in the China Market. This online workshop is part of the sessions organized by our IPWG to improve companies’ IP knowledge and provide practical insights on how to deal with the most common issued encountered in the changing regulatory framework.   Agenda (CST) 4:30 – 5:00 Pirelli Group: IP management practices – Sergio Lasca, Head of IP - Patents and Know-How at Pirelli 5:00 – 5:20 Patent litigation strategies, statistics, and trends: managing expectations – Fabio Giacopello, Partner and Foreign Lawyer at HFG Law & Intellectual Co. Ltd  5:20 – 5:40 Patent litigation: forum shopping and damages compensation - Eric CHEN, Attorney at Law, Patent Attorney and Head of Litigators at SPTL 5:40 – 6:00 Q&A   Interested in joining? Click here.   Event details Event fee: CICC Members: free of charge Non- Members: 150 RMB Event Language: English    Speakers Sergio Lasca - Head of IP - Patents and Know-How at Pirelli Sergio Lasca, during his professional experience has developed solid expertise in patents. After a short experience in IBM, he joined the IP Function of Pirelli in 1997 and has held positions of increasing responsibilities in the field of Intellectual Property and Patents to cover, most recently, the role of Head of IP – Patents and Know How of Pirelli. He is also President of AICIPI, the Italian Association of In-House IP Experts and Professionals.   Fabio Giacopello - Partner and Foreign Lawyer at HFG Law & Intellectual Co. Ltd  Fabio Giacopello is senior partner at HFG Law & Intellectual Property. He’s been widely recognized as one of the most valuable intellectual property practitioners in China. Fabio has substantive experience in trademark portfolio management, trademark disputes and litigations and enforcement, anti-counterfeiting, technology transfer, patent and trade secret litigations, arbitrations, commercial and corporate transactions. Among others recognitions, Fabio has been nominated “Recommended lawyer” by Legal500, “Winner of Client Choice Award – Trademarks (China)” by ILO, “IP Star” by Managing Intellectual Property, “Notable practitioner” by Chamber and Partners, “Leading practitioner” by WIPR, “Expert in the trademark category” by Asia IP.   Eric Chen - Attorney at Law, Patent Attorney and Head of Litigators at SPTL Mr. Shenjun (Eric) CHEN is Head of SPTL’s Litigator Team and a licensed Patent Attorney and lawyer. He has 20 years of experience in litigation and non-litigation legal matters on behalf of international clients and local Chinese clients, which cover patents, trademarks, copyrights and unfair competition, trade/technology secrets etc. He is now a member of All China Patent Attorneys Association (ACPAA) and China Bar Association, along with Competition and Anti-Trust Law Study Committee in Shanghai Bar Association.