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The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite you to the China Outlook 2025: Members' Meeting and Networking in North China scheduled for Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025, from 17:00 (Beijing time) at the Capital Club, Beijing. For the occasion, we invited Alfredo Montufar-Helu, Head of the China Centre at the Conference Board, to provide a 2025 outlook with strategic insights for our members on fundamental changes in China's competitive landscape resulting from economic, market, policy, and geopolitical dynamics, and their implications for companies. The meeting will also be the occasion to present the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce actions and activity plan for North China and network with other members and friends during the networking aperitif session.     Agenda 17:00–17:30 Registration  17:30-17:50 Institutional Remarks H.E. Massimo Ambrosetti, Ambassador of Italy to the P.R.C.  Lorenzo Riccardi, Chairman, China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), CICC Action Plan 2025 and China-Italy economic relations  Francesco Pensabene, Director and Coordinator of the ITA/ICE Agency in China and Mongolia, Italian Trade Agency  17:50–18:30 Keynote Remarks 17:50–18:00 CICC activities and guidelines in the North – Fabrizio Costa, Secetary General; Andrea Croci, Vice President North of China, China-Italy Chamber of Commerce  18:00–18:10 Overview of EU-China relations - Gianni Di Giovanni, States’ Representative, European Union Chamber of Commerce in China  18:10–18:30 Forecast of China’s economic outlook for 2025 and implications for businesses - Alfredo Montufar-Helu, Head of the China Center for Economics and Business, The Conference Board 18:30–18:45 Q&A  18:45–18:50 Closing Remarks - Lorenzo Riccardi, Chairman, China-Italy Chamber of Commerce Event Host: Francesco Innocenti, Board Member North of China, China-Italy Chamber of Commerce 18:50–20:30 Networking Aperitif   Registration To reserve your seat, please click here. For venue access, please ensure the registration form is duly filled in with your name, surname, nationality, ID number, company, and job title.   Event fee CICC Members: 250 RMB Non-Members: 380 RMB   About the speaker   Alfredo Montufar-Helu Alfredo Montufar-Helu works for The Conference Board as the Head of the China Center. He oversees the work done by the China Center to support C-level executives on the ground in Greater China and elsewhere through customized briefings, and by providing a platform where they can interact with peers; access market-leading insights; and build meaningful relationships.  Based in China since 2013, Alfredo has focused on analysing the business implications of policy, economic and political developments for companies investing and operating in China, and in the broader Asian region. This with the aim of distilling complex issues and conveying clear takeaways on how to capture business opportunities and respond to emerging challenges. Before joining The Conference Board, Alfredo was the Beijing Director of The Economist Intelligence Corporate Network, which is the C-suite briefing and networking arm of The Economist Group. Prior to that, he was Associate Director at KPMG’s Global China Practice, where he led and contributed to numerous thought leadership projects, including flagship reports, customised business briefings, and policy proposals for Chinese authorities. He also played a large role in events programming and outreach, including leading the design and coordination of high-profile events aimed at senior executives. Before that, Alfredo worked for J Capital Research, Eurasia Group and the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Alfredo has a Master of Science in Foreign Service (MSFS) from Georgetown University, and a BA in Political Science and International Relations from Mexico’s Center of Research and Teaching in Economics (aka. CIDE). He is fluent in English and Spanish, proficient in French and Chinese and has a good working comprehension of Portuguese.    Capital Club, Beijing        The Capital Club was founded in 1994 and was the first ever top-notch business club in China. It was jointly created by the CITIC Group Corporation and the ClubCorp Inc. The Capital Club boasts the most extensive resources for international business and is a focal point of great popularity among Chinese clubs in the 21st century. While maintaining openness, communication, and an innovative approach, it continues to forge ahead on its journey to develop the club into a brand name with international impact.   Wine Sponsor 100ITA     100ITA is a project to promote, protect and preserve the culture of “Made in Italy” food and wine all over the world. 100ITA has the scope to convey the passion of people and companies that every day work on it and, at the same time, to reduce the imitation and the falsification phenomena of the Italian products.100ITA works with F&B companies, international importers and distributors, associations, hotels and restaurants, chefs and F&B experts, opinion leaders and food bloggers, as well as develops possible cooperations with any stakeholder who wants to promote the real “Made in Italy” and mitigate the “Italian Sounding” problem all over the world.   Shanghai Sinodrink Co., LTD SinoDrink was established in 2008, and it is a subsidiary of Lenon Alato in China. Leone Alato is a winery group owned by Generali Insurance S.p.A. SinoDrink always aims to promote Italian culture sharing healthy, relaxing and sunny Italian lifestyle.  At present, SinoDrink is the most professional and comprehensive importer of Italian wines in China.   Event details Date: January 22nd, 2025 Time: 17:30-20:30 (Registration starts at 17:00) Venue: Capital Club, Beijing | 京城俱乐部 Address: 50th floor, No.6, Xinyuan South Road, Beijing | 京城大厦50层, 北京市朝阳区新源南路6号 Language: English

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“Notte Italiana” – Night at the Opera November 23rd - China World Hotel, Beijing Mark your calendars for an unforgettable Italian evening   The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, with the support of the Italian Embassy to the P.R.C. and the Italian Cultural Institute in Beijing, is set to host its annual gala dinner, Notte Italiana – Night At The Opera on November 23rd at the China World Hotel in Beijing. The event promises to be a tribute to the timeless beauty of Italian Opera and a resplendent celebration of Italian culture and traditions, blending the art of music, culinary excellence, and hospitality.   A memorable experience awaits you, keep reading to reserve your seat at the event. WHAT TO EXPECT Performances inspired by the 100th Anniversary of Giacomo Puccini and the Celebration of Italian Opera as UNESCO World Heritage Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Italian opera as we celebrate the legacy of Giacomo Puccini on the 100th anniversary of his passing and the recognition of the Italian Opera as a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. Spectacular opera performances will turn the ballroom of the China World hotel into a theater for the occasion.   Week of the Italian Cuisine in the World – Mediterranean Diet and Root Cuisine: Health and Tradition The evening will serve as a fitting finale to the IX edition of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, a celebration of Italian food worldwide. Discover the richness of the Mediterranean diet and traditional Italian roots through a culinary journey with a customized Michelin-Starred menu inspired by the “Mediterranean Diet and Culinary Roots: Health and Tradition”.   Michelin Starred Cuisine Indulge in an exclusive culinary experience created by Michelin Starred Chef: join us for a memorable and gastronomic journey showcasing the best of Italian flavors and creativity.   Tour Italy with our Lucky Draw Raffle Test your luck with one of the most awaited activities of the night, the Lucky Draw Raffle. All guests will have the opportunity to win amazing prizes offered by different companies. Among the top prizes of this year’s edition an all-inclusive tour of Italy for one person.   Performances, live Music, Italian wines and goodies Get ready to be mesmerized by enchanting performances, accompanied by vibrant live music entertainment and free flow of high-end and vintage Italian wines.   AGENDA 18:00-18:30 Guest Registration 18:30-19:30 Networking Cocktail 19:30-22:00 Italian Dinner and Live Show 22:00-24:00 After Dinner Music and Drinks   RESERVE YOUR SPOT   TICKETS Single Ticket CICC Member RMB 1.800 Non-Member RMB 2.300 CICC Young Professionals Member RMB 1.300 (limited number)   Two Tickets Package CICC Members (only): RMB 3.400 (2* RMB 1700)   Corporate Tables CICC Member RMB 16.000 Non-Member RMB 20.000   Pair with: Raffle Lucky Draw Tickets 1 ticket RMB 100 Package: 10 tickets + 1 ticket free RMB 1000 For any inquiries, please contact us at bj.gala@cameraitacina.com   HOTEL SPECIAL RATES Special room rates for our guests at the China World Hotel: CNY 1200 - single deluxe room (breakfast included); CNY 1400 - double deluxe room (breakfast included); For bookings contact cherry.song@shangri-la.com   Interested in becoming a sponsor? Click here for more information or contact us at bj.gala@cameraitacina.com   EVENT DETAILS Date: Saturday, 23rd November 2024 Time: from 18:00 until midnight (China time) Venue: China World Hotel, Beijing Address: N.1 Jianguomenwai Street, Chaoyang district