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The American Chamber of Commerce in the People&#39;s Republic of China is a non-profit, non-governmental organization whose membership comprises more than 4,000 individuals from 900 companies operating across China. The chamber&#39;s nationwide mission is to help American companies succeed in China through advocacy, information, networking and business support services.

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Vice President at The American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham China)

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Advocacy | Beijing Municipal Government Roundtable On November 15, AmCham China Vice President Claire Qiongna Ma delivered remarks at the Beijing Municipal Government Roundtable with foreign chambers. The roundtable, themed “Further Expanding High-Level Opening-Up, Enhancing Confidence in Foreign Investment and Development in Beijing,” also featured remarks by Sima Hong, Vice Mayor of Beijing Municipal Government.

Post-US Election Analysis with Scott Kennedy On November 12, AmCham China hosted a discussion featuring Scott Kennedy , Senior Adviser and Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) . The event offered members insights into the outcome of the 2024 U.S. elections and explored the potential impact on US-China relations in 2025. With his decades of expertise in US-China economic policy, Kennedy provided our members with valuable insights on critical issues, including industrial policy, technological innovation, and global governance. The event wrapped with a Q&A session and networking over a buffet lunch at the Hilton Beijing. A special thank you to Scott Kennedy and all attendees for making this such a successful event!

In this week's AmCham China Bulletin: 🔹 Download our New Insight Report: Explore the first year of China's "50,000 Students Initiative" fostering US-China educational ties. 🔹 Coca-Cola's Strategy in China: A deep dive with Gilles Leclerc on blending tradition and innovation in the world's most dynamic market. 🔹 CIIE Highlights: AmCham China's leadership in action at Shanghai's premier import expo. Plus: Upcoming events, job opportunities, AmCham China internships & more!

Last week, AmCham China President Michael Hart , Vice President Claire Qiongna Ma , and Senior Marketing & Communications Director Mark Dreyer hosted an excellent session with the UK National Committee on China team, diving into the complexities of US-China and global relations. A special thank you to Andrew Cainey , Founding Director of the UK National Committee on China, Chief Executive Ollie Shiell, Director Winnie King , Marcos Samuel Sabio 博珂思 ‎ , Ioana Turcan , and Chengkai Xie (谢成锴） for joining us at our Beijing offices and sharing their valuable insights.

Member-to-Member Event | Microsoft AI Communications Workshop On October 29, AmCham China members joined the “Reinventing Communications with AI” workshop at the Microsoft Technology Center in #Beijing , hosted by Microsoft’s China Communications team. The event opened with remarks from AmCham China’s Senior Marketing & Communicationss Director, Mark Dreyer , followed by a keynote led by Microsoft GCR’s VP of Communications Michael Jong, alongside Communications Directors Ming Cong and Steffi Cao . They showcased Microsoft’s latest AI tools, with live demonstrations on how AI can enhance content creation, analysis, and strategic communications. Attendees were able to experience Microsoft's latest AI-driven tools firsthand, exploring how these innovations elevate connection, collaboration, and communication. Thank you to Microsoft for hosting, and to all of the speakers for an excellent session!

AmCham China Leadership Attends China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai This week, AmCham China has been on the ground at CIIE in Shanghai - one of the world's largest trade shows - actively supporting our members and engaging with key officials to strengthen US-China business relations. On November 4, President Michael Hart kicked off the week at the Invest in Sichuan symposium, where he spoke alongside Sichuan Vice Governor Zuo Yongxiang. On November 5, Hart attended the China Zhejiang Global Digital Economy & High-tech Industry Match-making Conference, where he met with Tang Wenhong, Assistant Minister of MOFCOM, and delivered a speech. Zhejiang Vice Governor Lu Shan and CCPIT Vice Chairman Yu Jianlong were also present. Throughout the week, Hart also connected with MIIT Vice Minister Xiong Jijun and spoke with Jason Hafemeister , Acting Deputy Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the USDA, as well as Zhao Hualin, former Director General of the Planning and Finance Department of MEE. AmCham China representatives toured the booths of over 40 member companies at CIIE, including: Merck, Micron, ConocoPhillips, GE Aerospace, GE Vernova, 3M, Honeywell, Dell, SAP, GE HealthCare, Edwards, Boston Scientific, Becton Dickinson, Abbott, Terumo, Stryker, UPS, FedEx, Herbalife, Amway, Bunge, Cargill, LDC, ADM, Syngenta, Illumina, Alcon, Siemens-Healthineers, Varian, Medtronic, Accuray, Amgen, Johnson & Johnson, Takeda, Sanofi, Organon, Nova Nordic, Novartis, MSD, Eli Lilly, Bayer, Boehringer-ingelheim, GSK, and Nokia Besides Hart, AmCham China was represented by other leadership including Vice President Claire Qiongna Ma , Membership Director Ming Chiang , Healthcare Industry Group Director Edward Wang, and Government Affairs and Policy Associate Director Weijia Zhang.

October Government Engagement & Advocacy Highlights October was another busy month for AmCham China as we worked closely with key stakeholders from both the US and Chinese governments to address our members’ top priorities. A look at last month’s highlights: 🔹 White Paper Delivery Meeting with CPAFFC 🔹 President Michael Hart’s Remarks at the 2024 Annual Conference of Financial Street Forum 🔹 20 Years of US-China Aviation Cooperation 🔹 Roundtable with NDRC and Chongqing Municipal Government Officials 🔹 CCPIT Tour and Dinner in Chongqing 🔹 White Paper Delivery Meeting with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology 🔹 White Paper Delivery Meeting with the China National Intellectual Property Administration Learn more about AmCham China’s impactful advocacy work over the past month: https://lnkd.in/gabcdAT6

Reach Top Talent with AmCham China's Jobs Board! Looking to grow your team or find your next career move? Our Jobs Board connects you with our 800+ member companies across industries. ▪️ For AmCham Members: Post your job openings to our extensive network of professionals. ▪️ For Job Seekers: Explore the latest opportunities from AmCham China and our members! Why choose AmCham China’s Job Board? - Enhanced Visibility: Your job postings feature in our weekly newsletter - Targeted Reach: Connect with our expansive network of industry talent in China - Easy Posting: Post quickly for fast access to qualified candidates Visit our Jobs Board today to explore roles or post an opportunity: https://lnkd.in/gBvStn7q

Election season is here – including for AmCham China! Meet the candidates running for the 2025 Board of Governors. Last week, we held a member mixer at the China World Hotel, where candidates for the 2025 Board of Governors presented their visions for supporting American business in China. This event featured candidates competing for the seven open Board seats: ▪️ Jeffrey Bernstein , Chair of the Southwest Chapter, highlighted the challenges in the US-China relationship and advocated for a data-driven approach to unlock growth opportunities. ▪️ Matt Roberts from Dolby Laboratories emphasized the importance of sustaining the US-China relationship through community-driven dialogue. ▪️ Travis Tanner of GreenPoint Group presented his “TNT + BOG” plan, pledging to leverage US and China relationships for stronger AmCham advocacy. ▪️ Jean-Marc Taton , a veteran leader at ExxonMobil, shared insights from his global experience in energy, promising to support AmCham’s mission with his expertise. ▪️ Becky X. from Fragomen proposed initiatives to streamline work authorizations and enhance inclusivity through expanded cultural and community programs. The event also included video messages from candidates unable to attend, each sharing their dedication to the Chamber’s mission. They included: - Fanny Chen (Abbott Laboratories) - Yang Hou (Microsoft) - Bin Huang (Individual member) - Markel Hubinette (ConocoPhillips) - Tony Jiang (Intel) - poh-yian koh Koh (FedEx) - Isabel Mahe (Apple) Follow the link to learn more about all of this year's BOG nominees: https://lnkd.in/dCcwtZPQ A reminder to our members: Vote now via the SurveyMonkey ballot sent to each corporate and individual voting representative! For any questions, reach out to Connie Zhao .

Advocacy in Action | AmCham China Delivers 2024 White Paper to MIIT On October 29, AmCham China President Michael Hart and Vice President Claire Qiongna Ma led a delegation of member company representatives, to meet with Vice Minister Xiong Jijun of China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT). The delegation formally presented the 2024 American Business in China White Paper. During the meeting, they addressed key issues affecting American businesses operating in China, and discussed policy recommendations to enhance the business environment. Both sides expressed their commitment to maintaining regular communication and exploring further opportunities for collaboration. This high-level meeting continues our tradition of delivering the annual White Paper directly to key stakeholders following its release last April—ensuring AmCham China’s members’ perspectives and priorities are heard at the national level. For more on the 2024 White Paper: https://lnkd.in/eKFRQsTn

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