US Deputy Chief of Mission Jonathan Fritz Confirmed to Speak

The US-China Business Council (USCBC) is pleased to host its annual, flagship conference in Beijing on China Operations, an off-the-record event which brings together business and policy leaders to offer insider analysis on pressing issues for multinationals. The event will also provide a valuable opportunity to network with executives from USCBC member companies. In addition to senior executives and issue experts, the conference will feature senior Chinese government officials from ministries essential to USCBC members. 

Discussion topics include:

• US-China Relations: As trade tensions rise, the US-China relationship has become a point of increasing interest for companies. Tariffs from the US and China have had a substantial impact on some sectors, and further trade actions may require a nimble response from multinational companies. Our experienced panel will offer insights into the regulatory and business environment in Washington D.C. and Beijing, as well as advice on navigating future trade developments.
• Li Daokui, Mansfield Freeman Chair Professor of School of Economics and Management, Tsinghua University
• Jonathan Fritz, Deputy Chief of Mission, United States Embassy in Beijing

• Belt & Road Initiative: Senior Executive Panel: 2017 and early 2018 have seen important developments in the Belt and Road Initiative, both from a regulatory and a business point of view. A number of foreign companies have secured valuable contracts to participate in the initiative, working alongside Chinese private sector and government partners. In this senior executive panel, business leaders from diverse industries will share insights on how companies can best position themselves to participate in the Belt and Road Initiative.
• Zhang Yifei, General Manager, Control Risks Beijing
• Daniel Green, Director of Government Affairs, Asia Pacific, Autodesk
• Kevin Bogardus, China Country President, Chubb

• China's Corporate Tax Reform: In an effort to “activate the market and boost people’s creativity,” said Premier Li Keqiang, “We will further alleviate companies’ tax burdens.” China’s new tax-regime—coupled with tax reform in the United States— will have wide-ranging implications for multinational corporations. Tax experts from USCBC member companies will discuss key insights and best practices under the new tax regime.
• Liu Huan, Consultant, State Council’s Counsellor Office; Associate Dean of the School of Taxation, Central University of Finance and Economics
• Andrew Choy, Partner, Ernst & Young

• SOE Reform & Working with SOE Partners: In an effort to eliminate overcapacity and manage debt, the Chinese government has implemented an ambitious plan to reform its State-owned enterprises. The reforms have involved reorganizations, mergers, shutdowns, and the relocation of workers. Our expert panel will evaluate the progress of SOE reform thus far and offer insights into its implications for the business and regulatory environment in China.
  • Yong Gao, China President, Monsanto
  • Joerg Wuttke, China President, BASF
  • Amy Haverstick, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Westrock Company

Fee: *Please email to ysun@uschina.org.cn for group of 3+ discount code before payment. 

•  Regular registration (after May 30)
• Individual: RMB 4,400 per person
• Group of 3+: RMB 4,000 per person*