Northeast Chapter Hosts the Fabulous Mardi Gras Ball
The long-awaited Mardi Gras Ball finally took place in Dalian on the night of March 11th, and it was the biggest celebration of the season. The event was held at the stunning…
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What’s Next for China’s Education Industry? Venture Education’s Top 10 Trends for 2023
What’s Next for China’s Education Industry? Venture Education’s Top 10 Trends for 2023 By Julian Fisher and Zhubei Venture Education is a Beijing-based consultancy that provides market intelligence on K12 education in…
From US Diplomat to AmCham Vietnam: An Insider’s View of Vietnam’s Growth and Potential
From US Diplomat to AmCham Vietnam: An Insider’s View of Vietnam’s Growth and Potential Mary Tarnowka, a former US diplomat and member of the Senior Foreign Service, and former Executive Director at…
From Innovation to Impact: Cargill’s Sustainable Development Journey
From Innovation to Impact: Cargill’s Sustainable Development Journey By Norris Tangen Cargill’s commitment to sustainable development runs deep. In an exclusive interview with the AmCham China Quarterly as part of the first…
Empowerment and Entrepreneurship with Su Cheng Harris Simpson
Empowerment and Entrepreneurship with Su Cheng Harris Simpson In each issue, the AmCham China Quarterly highlights an outstanding member of our community by featuring one of our Board of Governors or Committee…
Is China’s ‘Tech Crackdown’ Over? A 2023 Regulatory Outlook for the Sector
Is China’s ‘Tech Crackdown’ Over? A 2023 Regulatory Outlook for the Sector By Giulia Interesse Beijing has issued several new regulations in the last two years covering areas from antitrust to data…
Breaking Down China’s 2023 Two Sessions: A Look at the Country’s Economic and Political Priorities
Breaking Down China’s 2023 Two Sessions: A Look at the Country’s Economic and Political Priorities By Allison Lapehn This year’s Two Sessions took place from March 4 to 13, 2023, and saw…
Amway China’s Frances Yu on Empowering Women and Driving Innovation
Amway China’s Frances Yu on Empowering Women and Driving Innovation By Norris Tangen Frances Yu, President of Amway China, is at the forefront of promoting innovation and empowering women in the company’s…
Quarterly Magazine
The AmCham China Quarterly magazine delivers high-quality, unique business and policy insights to the executives of our almost 1,000 member companies and the greater business community, including many government stakeholders. The Quarterly…
The ChatGPT Gold Rush: Everything You Need to Know
By Giulia Interesse As the discourse around AI-based chatbots has heated up after the public launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, we look at China’s reaction both from the angle of businesses and regulators. The…
Taking Flight: Trip.com CEO Jane Sun on China’s Reopening and Campaigning for Equality
Taking Flight: Trip.com CEO Jane Sun on China’s Reopening and Campaigning for Equality By Norris Tangen Jane Sun, the CEO of Trip.com Group, has defied gender stereotypes to become a leader in…
Chairman’s Statement Regarding the Reinstatement of Pre-pandemic Visa & Entry Policies
Beijing announced today that it would issue all categories of visa for foreigners starting from Wednesday, March 15, dropping the last barrier to cross-border travel imposed as part of the COVID-19 restrictions.…
AmCham China Chair Speaks at 2023 International Agricultural Market and Trade Forum’s Spring Meeting
On March 2, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty, delivered a speech at the 2023 International Agricultural Market and Trade Forum’s Spring Meeting in Beijing. Rafferty’s remarks centered on critical issues, such as…
Global Media Responds to the 2023 China Business Climate Survey
On March 1, AmCham China launched the 25th annual China Business Climate Survey (BCS) Report. The report highlighted a slightly pessimistic outlook for US companies in China, underpinned by the declining willingness…
AmCham China Celebrates International Women’s Day with the 2023 Women of Tomorrow Summit
On March 7, AmCham China hosted the Women’s Summit: Women of Tomorrow at the China World Hotel in Beijing. Around 150 guests joined this annual Signature Event as it made its long-awaited…
AmCham China, Tianjin Women Professionals Committee Celebrates International Women’s Day
On March 3, AmCham China Tianjin held the 2023 kickoff celebration for its Women Professionals Committee (WPC) at the Victoria Garden of The Astor Hotel Tianjin. Approximately 40 guests attended the event…
2023 China Business Climate Survey Report
The 25th annual China Business Climate Survey (BCS) Report revealed that while AmCham China members still see China as a priority market, their willingness to increase investment and strategic priority is declining.…
Takeaways from the 2023 China Business Climate Survey Launch
On March 1, AmCham China launched the 25th annual China Business Climate Survey (BCS) Report. The report highlighted a slightly pessimistic outlook for US companies in China, underpinned by the declining willingness…
SME & Entrepreneurs Committee Hosts “Redefining Diplomacy: One Village at a Time” Event
On February 28, AmCham China’s SME and Entrepreneurs’ Committee hosted the event “Redefining Diplomacy: One Village at a Time”. The event’s keynote speaker was Brian Linden, Founder and President of the award-winning…
Appreciation Dinner 2023: Embrace Common Interests, Create Forward Momentum
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, News, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
The American Chamber of Commerce in China held its 22nd Annual Appreciation Dinner on February 15, 2023, to celebrate the efforts made by both the US and Chinese governments, as well as…
Takeaways from the Social Impact Initiative’s Latest ESG Webinars, Part II
AmCham China’s Social Impact Initiative (SII) recently hosted two webinars as part of our ESG Webinar Series. The dual webinars focused on important topics such as human capital and climate change. These…
2023 Policy Priorities Town Hall
On Friday, February 10, around 50 AmCham China members gathered together to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for the year ahead to help shape the upcoming 2023 Policy Priorities. The Chamber’s…
AmCham China Celebrates Super Bowl Sunday
AmCham China celebrated Super Bowl Sunday 2023 with not one, but three watch parties held simultaneously in Beijing, Tianjin, and Chengdu. Members of the AmCham China community gathered early on Monday morning…
2023 Chinese Visa Application Guidelines
By Giulia Interesse From January 8, 2023, China has resumed the issuance of visas for foreign nationals. As the country continues to open up, we take a closer look at the 2023 Chinese…
2023 Leadership Development Program
Take this important step towards becoming a future leader of the US-China business community! We are excited to announce that the application period for the 2023 AmCham China Leadership Development Program (LDP)…
AmCham China Committees – 2022 Year in Review
At AmCham China, our Committees play a vital role in driving advocacy, building industry relations, and fostering community development. With 26 Committees in Beijing, plus another dozen across our Chapters nationwide, we…
How Will the Downgrade of COVID-19 to a Class B Infection Affect Companies’ Employee Management?
By Fuki Fu and Victoria Li As China downgrades COVID-19 to a Class B infectious disease, companies will need to update their employee management protocols to cope with the new situation. The…
Takeaways from the Social Impact Initiative’s Latest ESG Webinars, Part I
AmCham China’s Social Impact Initiative (SII) recently hosted two webinars as part of our ESG Webinar Series. The dual webinars focused on important topics such as human capital and climate change. These…
2022 Virtual DC Outreach Takeaways
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Issues, Latest News, News, Thought LeadershipBy Allison Lapehn
AmCham China typically undertakes an annual trip to Washington, DC in early May to meet with administration and congressional officials, policymakers, and think tanks to exchange views on US-China trade relations. As…
UPMC’s Diagnosis: Heal US-China Relationship with Collaboration
UPMC’s Diagnosis: Heal US-China Relationship with Collaboration By Norris Tangen Over the last 30 years, UPMC, one of the largest academic medical institutions in the US, has expanded its global footprint to…
Family Ties in a Pandemic: Broken and Rebuilt
Family Ties in a Pandemic: Broken and Rebuilt By Mark Dreyer AmCham China’s Director of Marketing & Communications tells his personal pandemic story of how he and his family was initially stranded…
Marking 40 Years: Roberta Lipson and Tim Stratford Discuss their China Journeys
Marking 40 Years: Roberta Lipson and Tim Stratford Discuss their China Journeys For the past 40 years, Roberta Lipson and Tim Stratford have been two of the pillars of the expatriate business…
20th Party Congress: Leadership Changes and Policy Trajectory
20th Party Congress: Leadership Changes and Policy Trajectory By Allison Lapehn On October 23, the 20th Chinese Communist Party Congress closed with the confirmation of Xi Jinping for an unprecedented third five-year…
Delivering Digitalization: Gotofreight’s Ecosystem Connects the World
Delivering Digitalization: Gotofreight’s Ecosystem Connects the World By Norris Tangen While the company Gotofreight Limited might not be a household name, the China-based logistics company is responsible for delivering much of the…
Top of the Class: Yew Chung and Yew Wah Education Network Marks 90 Years of Educational Excellence
Top of the Class: Yew Chung and Yew Wah Education Network Marks 90 Years of Educational Excellence By Norris Tangen The Yew Chung and Yew Wah Education Network (YCYW) has established an…
CSIS’ Scott Kennedy on US-China Tech Competition
CSIS’ Scott Kennedy on US-China Tech Competition As the tech competition between the US and China intensifies and with both countries working to shore up supply chains, it’s hard to know what…
AmCham China Reacts to Lifting of Quarantine for International Arrivals
China announced on Monday that it was dropping centralized quarantine and most of its COVID-19 testing for inbound travelers from January 8, 2023. AmCham China’s Chairman Colm Rafferty and President Michael Hart…
Top 10 News Stories from AmCham China in 2022
As we look forward to 2023, we are taking a look back at what has been an eventful 2022. Between our 24th Annual Business Climate Survey Report, American Business in China White Paper,…
Down to Business: Ambassador Burns on Navigating the World’s Most Important Bilateral Relationship
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Interview, Latest News, Magazine, News, Thought LeadershipBy Tom Jin
Down to Business: Ambassador Burns on Navigating the World’s Most Important Bilateral Relationship In early March 2022, the new US Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, Nicholas Burns, touched down in…
Jing Wu on the New Direction of the Business Sustainability Committee
Jing Wu on the New Direction of the Business Sustainability Committee Continuing the AmCham China Quarterly magazine’s series profiling AmCham China’s Board of Governors members and Committee Co-chairs, we spoke to the…
Year In Review – Celebrating the ABCs of AmCham China in 2022
What a year! The pandemic and US-China tensions have contributed to rising uncertainties over China’s business environment. However, these unprecedented times have only made AmCham China’s role in supporting US and foreign…
From Zero-COVID to Living with COVID – What the Pivot Means for Businesses in China
By Arendse Huld China is in the process of shifting from “zero-COVID” to “living with COVID” by removing mandatory centralized quarantine, compulsory testing, and sweeping lockdowns. The reopening of the economy has…
Dalian Inter-Chamber Family Mixer
On the afternoon of November 19, AmCham China Northeast Chapter, NBSO, EUCCC, and Maple Leaf Foreign Nationals organized a family mixer in Dalian. Opening remarks were delivered by Carolina de Velde, Chief…
2023 Chair and Vice Chairs Elected!
AmCham China is pleased to announce that Colm Rafferty has been re-elected as Chair of the Board of Governors for 2023. Gloria Xu has been re-elected as Vice Chair, with Roberta Lipson…
Dual Carbon Goal Forum and US Consul General Welcome Reception
On November 22, the AmCham China Northeast Chapter hosted “Dual Carbon Goals – A dialogue and forum on decarbonization”. Later on, during the afternoon of the same day, the Northeast Chapter also…
Introducing the 2023 Board of Governors
Following the conclusion of the Board of Governors Election, AmCham China is excited to announce the 2023 Board of Governors! Incumbents whose terms continue in 2023: Gloria Xu, Albemarle Allan Gabor, Merck…
Member Town Hall – COVID & the Business Environment
On December 2, AmCham China hosted a virtual town hall meeting for over 200 members on COVID and the business environment. AmCham China President Michael Hart led the meeting and was joined…
AmCham China, Tianjin Hosts 2022 Annual General Meeting and Thanksgiving Dinner
On November 24, AmCham China, Tianjin held its 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Thanksgiving Dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel Tianjin with 220 guests in attendance. The event featured a review…
Recent White Paper Delivery Meetings
Recently, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty met with Ministry of Finance Vice Minister Liao Min and AmCham China President Michael Hart met with Deputy Governor Xuan Changneng of the People’s Bank of…
41st AmCham China Annual General Meeting
On November 17, AmCham China wrapped up the year and kicked off the holiday season with the 41st Annual General Meeting. The event was held at the Park Hyatt with a limited…
US-China Trade and Investment the Winner After Biden-Xi G20 Meeting
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Issues, Latest News, News, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
Photo: POTUS Instagram By Chris Devonshire-Ellis The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, is set to visit Beijing following an apparently cordial meeting in Bali between US and China Presidents Biden and…
Women Professionals Committee Hosts UFC Watch Party for Zhang Weili Fight
On November 13, AmCham China’s Women Professionals Committee hosted a UFC Fight Night watch party at Eudora Station. Attendees at the event watched former UFC Women’s Strawweight Champion and the first ever…
AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty Attends the 5th China International Import Expo
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, News, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
On November 5, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty spoke on a panel organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (MARA), as part of the ongoing China International Import Expo (CIIE).…
Rural Revitalization and Sustainability: Rural Charm Experience
On October 27, AmCham China held the Rural Revitalization and Sustainability: Rural Charm Experience event at Beigou village, in the Huairou district, north of Beijing, with more than 50 members in attendance.…
Membership Survey Raffle Winners Announced
As a member driven organization, AmCham China is always working to find new ways to deliver value to our members and improve our existing offerings. With that goal in mind, last month,…
Meet the 2023 Board of Governors Candidates
On Tuesday, November 1 AmCham China hosted a mixer for our membership and the 2023 Board of Governors candidates at Beijing’s China World Hotel. This year’s candidate pool includes leaders of some…
AmCham China’s Latest Government Engagements
AmCham China has held a series of high-level engagements with both the US and Chinese governments this year, continuing the Chamber’s vision of promoting constructive and sustainable US-China economic relations. Highlights in…
Sports Committee Happy Hour with MLB and NBA
On October 28, AmCham China’s Sports Committee hosted a happy hour mixer at Bistro 108 in Beijing. The event was joined by Sports Committee Co-Chair and MLB China’s Managing Director Tony Qi…
AmCham China, Northeast Chapter Hosts All Chamber Networking
On October 21, AmCham China, Northeast Chapter hosted an All Chambers networking event at the Shangri-La Hotel Shenyang. The mixer was jointly organized by AmCham China, HKCCLN, and EUCCC. Attendees included representatives…
AmCham China, Tianjin Hosts the Third Tianjin Treasure Hunt
On Saturday, October 15 AmCham China, Tianjin held the Third Tianjin Treasure Hunt at the Smoki & Co. and Wedadao. The day kicked off with speeches from Luan Jianzhang, Director General of…
Central China’s End of Summer Inter-Chamber Networking Event
AmCham China’s Central China Chapter hosted an End of Summer Inter-Chamber Networking event on August 19 at the Hotel Andi Wuhan. The event was hosted in collaboration with the Canadian Commercial Corporation…
Vote for the 2023 AmCham China Board of Governors!
It’s that time of year again when you get to decide the direction of AmCham China’s future by voting for the members of the AmCham China Board of Governors! The Board holds…
2023 China Business Climate Survey Now Open!
All primary members should have received an email on Wednesday, October 19 from president@amchamchina.org. If you are the primary AmCham China representative for your company and did not receive this email, or…
A Look Back at China’s Economy, Policy, and Regulatory Developments During the 19th Party Congress Term
By Arendse Huld As the pending CPC nears, we look at the China’s previous Party Congress in 2017, which laid out a policy agenda for the country’s growth and development and set…
2022 Tech & Innovation Summit: Empowering a Sustainable Future with Intelligent Innovations
On September 29, AmCham China hosted the 2022 Technology and Innovation Summit at the Hilton Hotel in Beijing. The Summit provided a valuable platform for corporations to exchange cross-sector best practices and…
2023 Board of Governors Nominations Now Open
The Board of Governors plays a critical role in driving strategic development of the American Chamber of Commerce in China and represents AmCham China in important advocacy, business, and community activities, especially…
AmCham China Chair’s Speech from the International Supply Chain Forum
On September 19, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Transportation, the Development Research Center of the State Council, and the Zhejiang Provincial…
Chairman’s Circle: Exclusive Reception with the United Nations’ Siddharth Chatterjee
On September 27, AmCham China invited senior executives from our Chairman’s Circle member companies to attend dinner with the UN Resident Coordinator in China Siddharth Chatterjee at the United Nations China headquarters.…
The Beijing All-Chambers Networking Event Returns
On Friday, September 23, AmCham China co-organized another All-Chambers networking event in Beijing. The mixer, held at China World Summit Wing, welcomed over 300 guests from 13 different international chambers. It was…
Sunset Cycling by the Bay with the Media & Entertainment Committee
In the fall, there are plenty of different ways to experience a city’s sights and sounds but few are better than by cycling! On September 24, AmCham China’s Media and Entertainment Committee…
Fun Times at the Education Committee’s Autumn Family Day
On September 25, AmCham China’s Education Committee hosted the first Autumn Family Day. Many of our education sector member companies – including, Otus, YCIS, YWIES, Ivy Academy, Daystar Academy, Chaoyang Kaiwen Academy,…
Don’t Miss These Speakers at the 2022 Technology and Innovation Summit
The Technology and Innovation Summit is an annual signature event launched in 2018 under AmCham China’s Technology and Innovation Initiative. The 2022 full-day conference will be held on September 29th at the…
Chairman Colm Rafferty’s Remarks from the International Supply Chain Forum
On September 19, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the National Development and Reform Commission, the Ministry of Transportation, the Development Research Center of the State Council, and the Zhejiang Provincial…
Leadership Coaching Training in Wuhan
On April 27, AmCham China Central China Chapter hosted an offline training on coaching, leadership, and how to motivate employees with Scott Shaw. Jun Hu, of the AmCham China Central China Chapter…
AmCham China Central Chapter Hosts Networking Event in Wuhan
On March 18, AmCham China Central China Chapter, together with the Canadian Commercial Corporation Wuhan Representative Office and the Hong Kong Chamber of Commerce in Hubei hosted the “2022 International Business Organization…
Put a Fling on It! Sports Committee’s Second Frisbee Day
On Saturday, August 27 AmCham China’s Sports Committee hosted “Put a Fling on It: Sports Committee Frisbee Day.” The event was led by coach Aiden Liu of Hilefit. Liu led attendees in…
AmCham China President Michael Hart Appears on Phoenix TV
AmCham China President Michael Hart joined Emily Ni on Phoenix TV’s “Talk with World Leaders” this week. During the interview Hart discussed the impact of US-China relations on American business including trade…
Meta and AmCham Jointly Launch the First Cross Border Business Academy
Meta and AmCham Jointly Launch the First Cross Border Business Academy On July 21st, the first training workshop of the Cross Border Business Academy co-organized by Meta, AmCham China and AmCham Shanghai…
Day on the Links: 4th Annual Golf Tournament with AseanPlus
On Saturday, September 3, AmCham China and AseanPlus held the 4th Annual Friendly Golf Tournament at the Oriental Pearl Golf Club. AseanPlus is a long-standing Beijing-based group of prominent executives and embassy…
AmCham China meets with US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns
On August 24, US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns met with the AmCham China Board of Governors, both in-person at the US Embassy in Beijing and online, for a constructive dialogue on…
Recap | Women Leadership Perspective on Career Planning
On the afternoon of August 23, AmCham China Northeast Chapter’s Women Professional Committee in cooperation with doTERRA organized an afternoon-tea at Fraser Suites Dalian with the topic of Women Leadership Perspective on…
AmCham China Leadership Attends Symposium with Premier Li Keqiang on the 70th Anniversary of CCPIT
AmCham China Leadership Attends Symposium with Premier Li Keqiang on the 70th Anniversary of CCPIT This past spring, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang hosted a roundtable briefing with foreign business group leaders to…
Lockdown Guidelines for Employers
Lockdown Guidelines for Employers By Carol Zhu and Yinbing Chen In March 2022, Omicron outbreaks in some Chinese cities resulted in extended lockdown periods. While the pandemic control measures have been successful…
ECARX Realizes Fully Digital Operations
ECARX Realizes Fully Digital Operations By Phil Zhou The pandemic has forced companies across sectors to accelerate digital transformation. In this exclusive for the AmCham China Quarterly, Phil Zhou from automotive intelligence…
AmCham China meets with Chinese Ambassador in DC
Key members of the AmCham China leadership group, including President Michael Hart, met with Chinese Ambassador to the US Qin Gang in Washington DC recently for a substantive discussion about US-China relations.…
Foreign Enterprises Investing Heavily in TEDA See Growing Momentum
Foreign Enterprises Investing Heavily in TEDA See Growing Momentum Tianjin, the largest costal city in North China, is the birthplace of China’s modern industry. The city is favored by foreign investors for…
Merck China Prepares for the Unexpected Through Teamwork and Trust
Merck China Prepares for the Unexpected Through Teamwork and Trust By Norris Tangen The senior leaders from Merck China’s emergency response team share, in their own words, the lessons learned from the…
WPIC Helps Consumer Brands Capitalize on China’s COVID-Fueled E-Commerce Boom
WPIC Helps Consumer Brands Capitalize on China’s COVID-Fueled E-Commerce Boom By Jacob Cooke Like other AmCham China member companies, the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic created enormous uncertainty for WPIC Marketing +…
Accelerating into the Curve: Ford is Reinventing a More Sustainable Future from Sourcing to Customer
Accelerating into the Curve: Ford is Reinventing a More Sustainable Future from Sourcing to Customer By Francisco Arechiga Shockwaves from the pandemic shook virtually every aspect of Ford’s core business and operations…
Lester Ross Reflects on over 20 Years of Involvement with AmCham China
Lester Ross Reflects on over 20 Years of Involvement with AmCham China Expanding on the AmCham China Quarterly magazine’s series profiling AmCham China’s Board of Governors (BOG) members, we spoke to former…
Standing Strong: 3M Overcomes COVID-19 Challenges
Standing Strong: 3M Overcomes COVID-19 Challenges By Norris Tangen With its China headquarters based in Shanghai, 3M was on the front lines of the recent COVID-19 outbreaks in the city. 3M’s Senior…
Lifelong Learning Benefits Both Businesses and Workforce
Lifelong Learning Benefits Both Businesses and Workforce By Norris Tangen With 52 million+ learners, 196,000+ courses and 712 million+ course enrollments in over 75 languages, Udemy is a global learning company that…
Confronting COVID: The UN’s Siddharth Chatterjee Calls for Global Cooperation
Confronting COVID: The UN’s Siddharth Chatterjee Calls for Global Cooperation By Norris Tangen As the United Nations Resident Coordinator in China, Sidharth Chatterjee oversees a broad portfolio of issues. But, no issue…
How the Emergence of International Remote Work Will Transform the Global Workplace
How the Emergence of International Remote Work Will Transform the Global Workplace By Jian Lu In the last few years, the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically shifted not only the way we work,…
Starlight Tour: Real Estate and Development Committee Holds Mixer in MAHA Private Gardens
On Friday, July 29 AmCham China’s Real Estate and Development Committee hosted its “Starlight Tour: Mixer in MAHA Private Gardens”. The event was held at the MAHA Residential Gardens at No.8 Xiaoyunlu,…
Recap | [Dalian] The 1st Summer Camp
The 1st SummitCamp of AmCham China Northeast Chapter turned out to be a great success. Morethan 30 participants from 9 companies were actively engaged in employeenetworking, sharing and career development. Summit Camp…
Recent Government Advocacy Engagements
Meeting with President of Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries Lin Songtian Meeting with Chinese Vice Minister of Science and Technology Zhang Guangjun AmCham China Meets with President of Chinese…
Chairman’s Circle Mixer
On Friday, July 22 AmCham China hosted an exclusive reception for senior executives from our Chairman’s Circle companies. Both the dinner and the following mixer were held at the Conrad Hotel in…
This Week’s Virtual DC Outreach Meetings
Pre-COVID-19 AmCham China typically undertook an annual trip to Washington DC in late April or early May to meet with administration and congressional officials, policymakers, and think tanks to exchange views on…
AmCham China President Visits Dalian
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Latest News, Northeast Chapter News By Norris Tangen
On July 18, AmCham China President Michael Hart traveled to Dalian to present the 2022 American Business in China White Paper (White Paper) and to engage with local government leaders and member…
Decarbonization, Digital Economy, and Rural Revitalization Take Center Stage at 2022 Social Impact Summit
On July 14, AmCham China hosted the 2022 Social Impact Summit. The virtual Summit welcomed over 100 attendees and featured speakers from Chinese government, international organizations, and multinational companies. As the pandemic…
AmCham China, Central China and ISA International School: Summer Family Picnic Day in Wuhan!
On July 2, AmCham China, Central China and ISA International School Wuhan tamed up to hosted the 2022 AmCham China Central China Chapter Summer Family Picnic Day in Wuhan at ISA. During…
AmCham China, Tianjin Celebrates the 4th of July!
On July 2, AmCham China, Tianjin hosted the annual Independence Day party with not one but two parties! The celebration kicked off with a sunset party at Pizza Bianca (Riverside 66) and…
AmCham China, Tianjin Hosts Annual Government Appreciation Reception
On July 5, AmCham China, Tianjin held its annual Tianjin Government Appreciation Dinner with the theme “Encourage New Dynamism of Foreign Investment, Enhance a Booming Manufacturing City.” The evening reception capped an…
Healthcare Industry Group Delegation Visits Tianjin
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Tianjin Chapter News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
On July 5, a delegation from AmCham China’s Healthcare Committee and US-China Healthcare Cooperation Program (HCP) visited Tianjin to meet with the Tianjin Medical Products Administration Bureau and the Tianjin Healthcare Security…
AmCham China Celebrates the 4th of July!
On July 2 and 3, AmCham China hosted our annual Independence Day party with a backyard BBQ at Eudora Station in Lidu. The event was held with reduced attendees over two days…
COVID-19: US Companies Still Struggling with Pandemic-Related Restrictions, Despite Slight Improvements
Featured Stories, Government Relations, industry, Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
US companies in China continue to experience a range of negative impacts from pandemic-related restrictions, according to our latest AmCham China June Flash Survey. 98% of respondents reported an ongoing negative impact…
Global Media Responds to Latest COVID-19 Flash Survey
The release of this week’s June Flash Survey revealed US companies are still struggling with pandemic-related restrictions, despite slight improvements. 98% of respondents reported an ongoing negative impact from COVID-19 on their…
2022 Government Affairs Conference
On June 23, AmCham China held the 2022 Government Affairs (GA) Conference. Due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, the 8th annual Conference was held virtually with nearly 200 attendees. The annual GA Conference…
Put a Fling on It: Sports Committee Hosts Frisbee Tournament
On Saturday, June 18 AmCham China’s Sports Committee hosted “Put a Fling on It: Sports Committee Frisbee Day.” The event was held at Beijing’s Jangfu Park and was led by professional coaches,…
Takeaways from the 2022 Human Resources Conference
From June 16-17, AmCham China hosted the 2022 Human Resources Conference. Due to ongoing pandemic restrictions, the 23rd annual Conference was held virtually with over 200 attendees joining over two days. This…
AmCham China Meets with MOFCOM Vice Minister Wang Shouwen
On June 16, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty and AmCham China member company executives met virtually with Vice Minister Wang Shouwen of the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM). At the meeting, Rafferty introduced…
AmCham China Meets with Tianjin Vice Mayor
On June 9, Wang Xu, Vice Mayor of Tianjin Municipal People’s Government met with AmCham China, Tianjin member company representatives and AmCham China President Michael Hart who attended the meeting virtually. The…
Advocacy Success: Waiving of Requirement for PU Letters for Certain Visa Types
AmCham China can confirm that China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) is in the process of removing the requirement to obtain a PU letter before applying for certain types of visas at…
2022 White Paper Delivery Season Kicks Off with DRC’s Vice Minister Long Guoqiang
On June 2, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty, President Michael Hart, and AmCham China member company executives met virtually with Vice Minister Long Guoqiang of the Development Research Center of the State…
Policy+ Hosts Exclusive Dialogue on the Future of the US-China Trade Relationship
On Wednesday, June 1, AmCham China hosted an exclusive virtual event for Policy+ subscribers with William Reinsch from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). Reinsch previously served for 15 years…
President Michael Hart Presents White Paper Findings to AmCham Hong Kong Members
On May 24, AmCham China President Michael Hart joined a webinar hosted by AmCham Hong Kong to present key findings and themes of the 2022 White Paper. At the webinar, Hart presented…
Takeaways from the 2022 White Paper Launch
Featured Stories, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Thought Leadership, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
On May 17, AmCham China launched the 24th edition of the American Business in China White Paper (White Paper) which lays out in detail a number of policy recommendations – both cross-sector…
Chairman Colm Rafferty Attends Symposium with Premier Li Keqiang on the 70th Anniversary of CCPIT
On May 19, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang hosted a roundtable briefing at Diaoyutai in Beijing with foreign business group leaders to mark the 70th anniversary of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade…
Tianjin Women’s Professionals Committee Holds Image Building Workshop
On April 29, AmCham China, Tianjin’s Women Professionals Committee invited Han Lin, Founder of MOOSN Tianjin to conduct a workshop on professional image building for women in the workplace. At the event,…
AmCham China Hosts Event Promoting China’s Esports Industry
On May 13, AmCham China hosted event showcasing the positive impact of Esports. The hybrid event was available both online and offline, with the offline event being held in “the Dome” at…
Latest COVID-19 Flash Survey Attracts Global Attention
The release of last week’s Flash Survey saw US companies reporting a dire economic picture in China, following COVID-19 outbreaks that have spread across the country in recent weeks. The Survey, representing…
US Business Confidence in China Shaken Amid Growing Impact of COVID-19 Outbreaks
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
US companies reported a dire economic picture in China, following COVID-19 outbreaks that have spread across the country in recent weeks, according to our latest AmCham China Flash Survey. The foreign business…
AmCham China and Guangdong Department of Commerce Host Joint Briefing on Hengqin
On April 28, AmCham China and Guangdong Department of Commerce jointly host a briefing on the Guangdong-Macau In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. During the meeting, Deputy Director-General Chen Yuehua of Guangdong Commerce,…
President Michael Hart Discusses COVID-19 Outbreaks and Impact on Foreign Business Community
Amid the recent COVID-19 outbreaks in China, AmCham China has been diligently working to advocate for our members and the wider foreign business community at large. Over the past few weeks, AmCham…
PPG Paints a Greener Future
PPG Paints a Greener Future By Norris Tangen PPG is a global maker of paints, coatings, and specialty materials and are a recognized leader in innovation, color, and sustainability. With operations across…
BAM is Building the Future: Beauty is Key to Sustainability
BAM is Building the Future: Beauty is Key to Sustainability By Norris Tangen Ballistic Architecture Machine (BAM) is a groundbreaking multidisciplinary design firm with a refreshingly unique approach to design. The AmCham…
Tackling Twin Crises: The Paulson Institute’s Work Bridges US-China Divide
Tackling Twin Crises: The Paulson Institute’s Work Bridges US-China Divide By Norris Tangen Since establishing its China operations over a decade ago, the Paulson Institute has been facilitating meaningful mutually beneficial progress…
12th Annual China Business Conference
12th Annual China Business Conference Conducted virtually for the second time, the 12th annual China Business Conference spanned five days in March. The event brought together some of the top names from…
Human Resources is the Key to Unlock Digital Transformation
Human Resources is the Key to Unlock Digital Transformation By Vivian Liu In a piece for the AmCham China Quarterly, ECARX’s Chief Human Resources Officer and member of AmCham China’s Women’s Advisory…
ExxonMobil Outlines Ambitions for a Lower Carbon Future
ExxonMobil Outlines Ambitions for a Lower Carbon Future By Norris Tangen In January 2022, ExxonMobil unveiled plans to became a leader in energy transition, including its ambition to achieve net-zero emissions (Scope…
Put Down the Plastic: Elix Water Wants to Change the Way You Drink
Put Down the Plastic: Elix Water Wants to Change the Way You Drink According to the International Bottled Water Association, global bottled water consumption is estimated to have surpassed 100 billion gallons…
China’s Bankruptcy Proceedings: Foreign Investors Face Risks and Rewards
China’s Bankruptcy Proceedings: Foreign Investors Face Risks and Rewards While there is a growing trend of foreign investment in Chinese corporate restructuring, many foreign firms are still sitting on the sidelines because…
Honeywell’s Commitment to Sustainability Reaps Rewards
Honeywell’s Commitment to Sustainability Reaps Rewards By Norris Tangen Honeywell China seems to have done the impossible, or at least, the improbable. The company has emerged not only comparatively unscathed from the…
Meet New AmCham China President Michael Hart
Meet New AmCham China President Michael Hart We are delighted to welcome Michael Hart as the new President of AmCham China. Hart, who formerly served as the Chairman of AmCham China Tianjin,…
Virtual Wonders: Google Arts & Culture Makes Art Accessible to All
Virtual Wonders: Google Arts & Culture Makes Art Accessible to All By Norris Tangen As the world adjusts to a “new normal,” Google Arts & Culture is connecting people in a post-pandemic…
AmCham China Delegation Meets with CCPIT Chairman
On April 28, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty, Chairman Emeritus Greg Gilligan, President Michael Hart, and the Government Affairs and Policy Team met with Mr. Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council…
AmCham China, Tianjin Briefing on Business Impact of Latest COVID-19 Outbreaks
On April 14, AmCham China, Tianjin held a briefing on the business impact of the latest COVID-19 outbreak. The briefing was followed by a spring member mixer at the Four Seasons Hotel…
AmCham China, Tianjin Hosts Monthly Executive Breakfast Briefing
On April 21, AmCham China, Tianjin held its monthly Executive Breakfast Briefing at the Shangri-La Tianjin. The event also provided members with a 2022 Tianjin property market update. The property market update…
Earth Day Focus: The Father of China’s Renewable Energy Law Dr. Junfeng Li
Lighting the Way: The Father of China’s Renewable Energy Law Dr. Junfeng Li By Zahrah Abdulrauf Dr. Junfeng Li is the President of the Sequoia China Carbon Neutrality Research Institute and Director…
AmCham China Attends Roundtable with MOFCOM
On Monday, April 18, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty and Vice Chair Gloria Xu attended an in-person roundtable with Minister Wang Wentao of the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and his colleagues, where…
2022 Social Impact Reports Launch
On April 14, 2022, AmCham China held the virtual launch of the 2022 Social Impact Reports. Over 100 representatives from member companies, think tanks, and relevant organizations joined the event, which marked…
AmCham China Leadership Meets with US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns
From left to right: AmCham China Vice Chair Brent Young, AmCham China President Michael Hart, US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns, AmCham China Chairman Colm Rafferty, and AmCham China Vice Chair Gloria…
MOFCOM Delegation Visits AmCham China Offices
On April 1, MOFCOM delegation led by Director General Lin Feng of the American and Oceania Affairs Department of MOFCOM was invited to AmCham China as regular discussion about foreign investment environment…
How to Understand China’s Common Prosperity Policy
Common prosperity has emerged as one of the most important concepts guiding China’s policymaking over the last half year. The phrase emerged at a meeting chaired by President Xi Jinping in August 2021…
COVID-19: Joint Survey Reveals Business Impact of Latest Outbreak
A new joint flash survey from AmCham China and AmCham Shanghai out today reveals 99% of respondents have been impacted by the recent COVID-19 outbreak in China. The survey focused on quantitative…
2022 Leadership Development Program Launch
On Saturday March 26, AmCham China hosted the first session of the 2022 Leadership Development Program (LDP). Michael Hart, President of AmCham China and Gloria Xu, Vice Chair of AmCham China, China…
6th Standing Call on Travel and Quarantine Issues
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
Over the past few months, AmCham China has been receiving increasing inquiries from members on travel and quarantine issues. To help keep our members up-to-date and informed, on March 23 we hosted…
Chairman’s Circle Members Meet with Chargé D’Affaires Meale
On March 3, AmCham China hosted a dinner at the Kempinski Hotel for CEOs and executives from Chairman’s Circle member companies and David Meale, the Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) at the US Embassy…
Member Mixer Welcomes New AmCham China President Michael Hart
On March 11, AmCham China hosted a member mixer at the Conrad Hotel Beijing to bid farewell to Alan Beebe after six years as President of the Chamber, and officially welcome our…
A Letter to Our Members from AmCham China President Alan Beebe
As my time with AmCham China comes to an end, I wanted to take this opportunity to extend a heartfelt thanks to all of you for supporting the Chamber while helping me…
Sanctioning Russia: What You Need to Know – Webinar Takeaways
With hostilities underway in Ukraine, the United States and countries around the world are unveiling sanctions and other measures targeting Russia. Russian actions and the global response are already having a significant…
AmCham China President Alan Beebe Reflects on 50 Years Since Shanghai Communiqué
AmCham China President Alan Beebe appeared on CGTN’s Global Business earlier this week discuss the 50 year anniversary Joint Communiqué of the United States of America and the People’s Republic of China,…
Sanctioning Russia: What You Need to Know
With hostilities underway in Ukraine, the United States and countries around the world are unveiling sanctions and other measures targeting Russia. Russian actions and the global response could have a significant impact…
AmCham China, Tianjin Welcomes New Chairman Marcus Williams
AmCham China is delighted to announce Marcus Williams has been selected as the new Chairman of the Executive Committee for the AmCham China Tianjin Chapter. He took up the new role in…
AmCham China Attends the Winter Olympics!
On Friday, February 4, an AmCham China delegation attended the opening ceremony of Beijing’s 2022 Winter Olympics at the iconic Bird’s Nest Stadium. We were honored to be invited by the Chinese…
AmCham China, Tianjin Members Assist Community Amid COVID Outbreak
As we welcomed 2022, unfortunately an outbreak of COVID-19 hit Tianjin. While the Tianjin government has responded swiftly with efforts to control the spread of the pandemic, member companies of AmCham China,…
Michael Hart Announced as New President of AmCham China
We are delighted to announce that Michael Hart has been appointed by the American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham China) Board of Governors as the next President of AmCham China, beginning…
Intelligent Connection: Qualcomm Invests in the 5G Future
Intelligent Connection: Qualcomm Invests in the 5G Future By Norris Tangen Qualcomm has been collaborating with companies in China’s mobile ecosystem for over 25 years, helping them to expand both at home…
Amidst Global Uncertainty, China Eyes Economic Stability
Amidst Global Uncertainty, China Eyes Economic Stability By Allison Lapehn The Central Economic Work Conference, held in Beijing between December 8-10, charted the course for the next year’s national economic priorities. The…
MLB At-bat in China
MLB At-bat in China By Norris Tangen Major League Baseball (MLB) first entered China in 2007. Since then, the league has been working steadily to popularize America’s pastime in China. The AmCham…
Let it Snow: Justin Downes Looks Beyond the Olympics
Let it Snow: Justin Downes Looks Beyond the Olympics Justin Downes has always seen opportunity in China’s snow industry. Since 2007, he’s been focused on cultivating China’s promising ski and snowboard industry…
2022’s First Policy Priorities Townhall Meeting
AmCham China’s Policy Committee and Chinese Government Affairs Committee kicked off 2022 with a ‘Policy Priorities Townhall Meeting’ on January 20. Members representing roughly 40 companies attended the townhall to discuss their…
Burton China Readies to Reach New Heights
Burton China Readies to Reach New Heights By Norris Tangen In the span of 50 years, snowboarding evolved from fledgling subculture to world-class sport. And, since its inception, no snowboarding brand has…
A Look Inside the Shougang Olympic Park
A Look Inside the Shougang Olympic Park Last autumn, ahead of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics, AmCham China members were invited to an exclusive tour of the Olympic Park in Shougang. The…
Microsoft’s Alain Crozier Bids Farewell to China
Microsoft’s Alain Crozier Bids Farewell to China In the latest of AmCham China Quarterly magazine’s series profiling our Board of Governors (BOG) members, outgoing Board member Alain Crozier reflects on his time…
AmCham China Diner’s Club at Hotel Éclat
The AmCham China Diner’s Club got together for a night of fun and festivity on January, 13 to celebrate the upcoming Year of the Tiger. Attendees enjoyed a luxurious four-course meal at…
US-China Fast-Track Travel Program Webinar & FAQs
Following last week’s announcement of our new US-China Fast-Track Travel Channel Program (the “Program”) we hosted a webinar on January 12, 2021 to share more information with our members. The Program should…
US-China Fast-Track Travel Channel Program Launch
We are pleased to announce the launch of our US-China Fast-Track Travel Channel Program (the “Program”), effective immediately. The Program should allow for business people and their families to more easily travel…
IIT Policy Update and Advocacy Success
On December 31, 2021, a joint notice from the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the State Administration of Taxation (STA) announced that the previous preferential policies related to the Individual Income Tax…
Going for Gold
Going for Gold By Mark Dreyer Shaun White is not just the most well-known US snowboarder of his generation, he’s among the most famous Winter Olympians of all time. With three Olympic…
Going for Gold
Going for Gold By Mark Dreyer Shaun White is not just the most well-known US snowboarder of his generation, he’s among the most famous Winter Olympians of all time. With three Olympic…
AmCham China, Tianjin Annual General Meeting & Holiday Party
The AmCham China, Tianjin Chapter held its 2021 Annual General Meeting and Winter Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at the Shangri-la Tianjin. The event celebrated all of the chapter’s work…
Year In Review – Celebrating the ABCs of AmCham China in 2021
What a year! The pandemic and US-China tensions have contributed to rising uncertainties over China’s business environment. However, these unprecedented times have only made AmCham China’s role in supporting US and foreign…
AmCham China Chairman attends 2021 Jiangxi and Multinational Corporations Roundtable
On December 20, 2021, AmCham China Chairman Greg Gilligan was invited to attend 2021 Jiangxi and Multinational Corporations Roundtable. Gilligan joined Vice Governor Yin Meigen of Jiangxi Province and Vice Chairman Zhang…
2022 Chair and Vice Chairs Elected!
AmCham China is pleased to announce that Colm Rafferty has been elected as Chair of the Board of Governors for 2022, with Gloria Xu and Brent Young elected as Vice Chairs. All…
Financial Services Forum Meets with China’s Security Market Top Regulator Fang Xinghai
On November 24, 2021, AmCham China Chairman Greg Gilligan led a delegation of 10 financial services institution executives to the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) and met with its Vice Chairman Fang…
2022 Leadership Development Program
Take this important step towards becoming a future leader of the US-China business community! We are excited to announce that the application period for the 2022 AmCham China Leadership Development Program (LDP)…
Siddharth Chatterjee Speaks at “Private Sector Engagement in Global Collaboration to Fight Climate Change” Webinar
On November 30th, AmCham China hosted a webinar on “Private Sector Engagement in Global Collaboration to Fight Climate Change”. Around 70 member companies in attendance had the opportunity to hear from keynote…
China’s Tax Incentives: An Overview of Key Schemes
China’s tax incentives are preferential tax policies offered by its local and/or central governments to incentivize or encourage a particular economic activity or to support disadvantaged business owners or individuals. From the…
AmCham China’s 40th Annual General Meeting
On November 18, AmCham China hosted the 40th Annual General Meeting in Beijing. The event was held at the Hilton Hotel with a limited number of guests attending in-person due to ongoing…
AmCham China President Alan Beebe on Biden-Xi Meeting
AmCham China President Alan Beebe appeared on CGTN’s Global Business earlier this week to discuss, among other topics, the Biden-Xi virtual meeting. Beebe said that President Biden’s remarks that the US is…
Government Officials Attend Chamber’s “Double Carbon” Policy Seminar
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
On November 2nd, AmCham China’s Social Impact Initiative hosted a working session on “Opportunities and Innovative Practices of Multinational Companies in Dual Carbon Goals”. The highly interactive event was joined by 16…
The Power of “She” Focusing on the Career Development of Women
The AmCham China, Tianjin’s Women Professionals Committee (WPC) held its October luncheon on October 27th at the Shangri-la Hotel Tianjin talking about women professionals’ career developments. Justine Qian, the 2021 Tianjin WPC…
New Face on Central China Chapter’s Executive Committee
Tom Tong Anbin is acting as the General Manager to T&J Technology LCC, a Wuhan based US company, providing glass making tech service and manufacturing solutions to glass making industry from 2017…
AmCham China Returns to Hainan for Business Investment Outreach Trip After Two Years
AmCham China President Alan Beebe and Hainan Governor Feng Fei discuss the policy environment and investment opportunities presented by the Hainan Free Trade Port. From October 25 to 27, 2021 AmCham China…
Yan Han Reflects on the Evolution of the Chinese Publishing Industry
For the first time, this year’s fourth annual Technology & Innovation Summit was held completely online. Following the Summit, AmCham China spoke with one of the Summit’s keynote speakers, Yan Han, Founder…
How Strong Digital Foundations Pave the Way to Success
How Strong Digital Foundations Pave the Way to Success By Joe Bao In an exclusive piece for the AmCham China Quarterly, Joe Bao, President of Microsoft China, shares his insights on the…
The Importance of Diversity, Inclusion, and Female Empowerment
The Importance of Diversity, Inclusion, and Female Empowerment Join AmCham China in a fireside chat with Bill Arnold, President at ConocoPhillips China and Male Ally of the Year, presented by the 2021…
Past Is Prologue: Evaluating the US-China Tech war Through the Lens of Time
Past Is Prologue: Evaluating the US-China Tech war Through the Lens of Time The AmCham China Quarterly spoke to Nina Xiang, author of “China: US-China Tech War: What Chinese Tech History Reveals…
Crackdown or Reform? Analyzing the Recent Upheaval in China’s Tech Sector
Crackdown or Reform? Analyzing the Recent Upheaval in China’s Tech Sector By Mark Dreyer In recent months, China has cracked down on several areas of the tech sector, with giants Alibaba, Tencent,…
How Global Brands Should Harness Data to Compete in China’s New Consumer Goods Landscape
How Global Brands Should Harness Data to Compete in China’s New Consumer Goods Landscape By Jacob Cooke Recent consumer habits reveal a growing number of strong local brands gaining traction in the…
Cooperation in Technology and Innovation for a Shared Global Recovery
Cooperation in Technology and Innovation for a Shared Global Recovery AmCham China President Alan Beebe speaking at the 2021 World Internet Conference in Wuzhen. …
Navigating Uncharted Waters: Walmart’s China CEO on the Future of Retail
Navigating Uncharted Waters: Walmart’s China CEO on the Future of Retail By Norris Tangen Retail giant Walmart Inc. has a storied history with five decades of operational success across the globe. The…
PU Letter Breakthrough for Family Dependents
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
October 28, 2021 – We’ve been hearing from member companies throughout the year that one of their biggest challenges concerns restrictions related to global travel, which is why this issue has been…
New Vice Chair of the Northeast Chapter’s Executive Committee
Duan Yun A joins the AmCham China Northeast Executive Committee as the new Vice Chair. Yun A is currently the Managing Director of Northeast Region of Canada AKD International Education Group, and…
The Aviation Cooperation Program Co-hosts the International Aviation Logistics Safety Forum
On October 20-21, the Shenzhen Airport Group, AmCham China’s Aviation Cooperation Program (ACP), and Boeing hosted the International Aviation Logistics Safety Forum in Shenzhen, China. The event welcomed over 200 attendees from…
3rd Annual Golf Tournament with AseanPlus
The third annual AmCham AseanPlus Friendly Golf Tournament took place at the Beijing Country Golf Club on Saturday October, 16. AseanPlus is a long-standing Beijing-based group of prominent executives and embassy officials…
AmCham China, Tianjin Women Professionals Committee Luncheon – Gender Equity Is Everyone’s Business
The AmCham China Women Professionals Committee (WPC) held its August luncheon on August 12 at the Shangri-la Hotel Tianjin. The event marked the first time in the Tianjin Chapter’s history that male…
The Second Tianjin Treasure Hunt
On September 25, AmCham China, Tianjin held our annual “Healthy Life” event – the 2nd annual Tianjin Treasure Hunt at the St. Regis Tianjin. Over 100 members of the Tianjin community including…
AmCham China, Tianjin Autumn Get-Together & Tour of the Anglican Art Center
On September 16, AmCham China, Tianjin was joined by over 50 members and friends for the Autumn Get-Together at the Anglican Art Center. Michael Hart, Chairman of AmCham China Tianjin, welcomed guests to…
William Zarit (The Cohen Group)
Campaign Statement I have spent my professional life advocating for the U.S.-China commercial relationship, including over 20 years while working in the US Department of Commerce, and after that as AmCham China…
Su Cheng Harris-Simpson (Individual)
Campaign Statement My name is Su Cheng Harris-Simpson and I am running for governor on the AmCham Board of Governors and I humbly ask for your vote. Living and working in China…
Richard Battaglia (Steptoe & Johnson LLP.)
Campaign Statement I am keen to get more involved with AMCHAM China now that I have some experience on-the-ground in China and I would like to serve on the Board of Governors.…
Min Qin (Mars)
Campaign Statement Our Future, Our Time As Vice President for Public Affairs of Mars China, I joined Mars in 2018 and lead Mars’ efforts to build and grow strategic partnerships with key…
Koh Poh Yian (FedEx Express)
Campaign Statement FedEx has long viewed engagement through AmCham China as an essential part of our operations in China, and I am pleased to offer my nomination to continue the tradition of…
Kenneth Zhou (Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale & Dorr LLP.)
Campaign Statement I am Kenneth Zhou, a partner in the law firm of Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. I am running for election to AmCham’s Board of Governors 2022 and…
Joe Bao (Microsoft)
Campaign Statement I would be honored to have the opportunity to serve on AmCham’s Board of Governors. As a Chinese American, I am committed to building a positive environment for, and image…
Jeremy Huff (Morgan Stanley)
Campaign Statement The years ahead promise to bring tremendous opportunities to AmCham China: the opportunity to shape one of the most important bi-lateral relationships in the world, the opportunity to encourage constructive…
Gloria Xu (Dow Inc.)
Campaign Statement AmCham China is growing its prominence in the business and policy world in China by combining the strength and commitment of members. Being able to serve on the Board is…
Fernando Vallina (ExxonMobil)
Campaign Statement This election -one more time- I am asking for your vote to serve for another term at AmCham China’s Board of Governors. I don’t take it for granted, especially in…
Bruce Fu (APCO Worldwide)
Campaign Statement Dear AmCham China Members: I am excited to announce my candidacy for member of the Board of Governors of AmCham China for 2022-2023. My motivation for running for the Board…
Brent Young (Intel)
Campaign Statement Fellow AmCham China Members, I humbly request your support and your vote for the 2022-2023 Board of Governors. These past two years serving our community on the Board of Governors…
Fran Liu (University of Minnesota)
Campaign Statement When I was twelve years old, my mother came back from the U.S. and told me that she went to a place called Minnesota. As a twelve years old gal,…
Allan Gabor (Individual)
Campaign Statement I have lived and worked in China for more than 20 years now. Ever since I first arrived in this great country in Suzhou and visited its beautiful gardens, China…
2022 Business Climate Survey Now Open!
All primary members should have received an email on Thursday, October 14 from alan.beebe@amchamchina.org. If you are the primary AmCham China representative for your company and did not receive this email, or…
Employee Number One: Facebook’s Jayne Leung on a Decade of Tech Teachings
Employee Number One: Facebook’s Jayne Leung on a Decade of Tech Teachings By Mark Dreyer Jayne Leung is the Vice President and Head of Greater China at Facebook. Based in Hong Kong,…
Northeast Chapter Executive Breakfast Briefing
China Individual Income Tax Policy Changes Impacting Foreign Employees/their employer’ Tax Liabilities from 2022 AmCham China Northeast chapter kicked off its first executive breakfast briefing on October 13th at the Dalian Shangri-la Hotel.…
AmCham China Signs MOU with Guangdong Commerce Department
Over September 27 and 28, AmCham China Chairman Greg Gilligan attended the 2021 Annual Conference on Multinational Corporations Investment in Guangdong. On September 27, Gilligan attended the Guangzhou Municipal People’s Government welcome…
AmCham China Dinner with Chargé d’Affaires at the US Embassy
On September 23, AmCham China hosted a dinner with the Chargé d’Affaires at the US Embassy in Beijing, David Meale. During the dinner, guests heard CDA Meale’s perspectives on the U.S.-China relationship…
2022 Board of Governors Nominations Open
The Board of Governors plays a critical role in driving strategic development of the American Chamber of Commerce in China and represents AmCham China in important advocacy, business, and community activities, especially…
AmCham China Attends Inaugural SME International Cooperation Summit
On September 16, AmCham China Chairman Greg Gilligan attended the main forum of the the 1st SME International Cooperation Summit to deliver a keynote speech on “Supporting China’s SMEs to Integrate into the…
AmCham China Attends CIFTIS Panel on China’s Credit Market Under “Double Circulation”
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
On Monday, September 6, AmCham China President Alan Beebe attended the 2021 China International Fair for Trade Services (CIFTIS) to moderate an expert panel on the China Bond Market and China’s “Double…
Greg Gilligan Bloomberg Interview on AmCham China Latest Flash Survey
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, News, Thought Leadership, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
Following the release of the latest AmCham Flash Survey on Phase One, tariffs, and trade, AmCham Chairman Greg Gilligan spoke to Bloomberg TV’s David Ingles on Bloomberg Markets China Open about the…
Phase One, Tariffs, and Trade: Views of US Firms Stay Consistent in Latest AmCham China Survey
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
A new flash survey from AmCham China shows nearly two-thirds of respondents want the US and the Chinese governments to restore regular visa services and travel channels for business executives and their…
2021 T&I Summit Speaker Spotlight: Alain Benichou
2021 T&I Summit Speaker Spotlight: Alain Benichou Alain Benichou, CEO of IBM Greater China, will join the 4th annual Online Tech & Innovation Summit on September 24 & 25. Ahead of the…
The Role of Environmental Laws and Policies in Fostering a Green China
The Role of Environmental Laws and Policies in Fostering a Green China Photo courtesy of RMI Over the past several years, the Chinese government has made important efforts to strengthen environmental…
AmCham China Holds Fourth All Member Standing Call on Vaccine and Travel
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
On Tuesday, August 17, AmCham China held the Fourth All Member Standing Call on vaccine and travel status in China. The event, held virtually due to Beijing’s current COVID restrictions, brought together…
AmCham China Attends the Shandong Dialogue with Foreign Chambers of Commerce
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy AmCham China
On August 20, 2021, AmCham China Chairman Greg Gilligan attended the Shandong Dialogue with Foreign Chambers of Commerce. At the virtual event, Gilligan spoke to the Shandong Province Party Secretary Liu Jiayi…
Dr. Zhang Wenhong on COVID-19 and the Future of China’s Public Health System
Dr. Zhang Wenhong on COVID-19 and the Future of China’s Public Health System By Yaxian Xiong Dr. Zhang Wenhong is a Professor and head of the Center for Infectious Disease at Fudan…
AmCham China Meets with China Securities Regulatory Commission’s Vice Chairman
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy AmCham China
On August 13th, 2021, AmCham China Chairman Greg Gilligan and President Alan Beebe visited China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) and met with its Vice Chairman Mr. Fang Xinghai. Mr. Gilligan and Mr.…
Alain Crozier on What Makes an Effective Male Ally
Alain Crozier on What Makes an Effective Male Ally AmCham China spoke to one of the featured speakers of the 2021 Women’s Economy Summit, Alain Crozier, Corporate Vice President, Chairman and CEO…
Bird’s Eye View: Terry Townshend on the Biodiversity Crisis
Bird’s Eye View: Terry Townshend on the Biodiversity Crisis By Norris Tangen Terry Townshend is a Beijing-based biodiversity and climate change expert with expertise on legislation, wildlife conservation, and China. He runs…
China’s Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law: How Businesses Should Prepare
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
Businesses are assessing their risks following the passing of China’s Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law, as political and economic tensions between China and a number of foreign countries rise. We examine the scope of…
Li Ye Shares her Three Most Important Leadership Lessons
Li Ye Shares her Three Most Important Leadership Lessons AmCham China spoke to one of the female trailblazers speaking at the 2021 WES, Li Ye, Vice President and Head of Corporate Affairs…
Johnson & Johnson Shares Best Practices to Empower Women
Johnson & Johnson Shares Best Practices to Empower Women AmCham China spoke to Catherine Zheng, Talent Acquisition Head at Johnson & Johnson China, winner of the Best Company (MNC) for the Advancement…
New Face on Northeast Chapter’s Executive Committee
Chang Liu joins the AmCham China Northeast Executive Committee as the new executive member. Chang is a Director of Automation for Intel Semiconductor Ltd. located in Dalian, China. In his role, he is…
Eyes on the Skies: Boeing’s Sherry Carbary on the Future of Aviation in China
Featured Stories, Industry , Interview, Issues, Latest News, Magazine, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
Eyes on the Skies: Boeing’s Sherry Carbary on the Future of Aviation in China In the latest in our series profiling current Board members, Sherry Carbary discusses her role within the AmCham…
AmCham China Member Companies Donate to Henan
The unprecedented flooding in Henan province in July has caused widespread damage to the region, causing significant fatalities and displacing millions of people from their homes. Over the past few weeks alone,…
Protein Innovation Plants the Seeds of Collaboration
Discussion, Featured Stories, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Magazine, Thought LeadershipBy Tom Jin
Protein Innovation Plants the Seeds of Collaboration Jennifer Lee is founding Executive Director of the Agriculture and Food Partnership (AFP), based at AmCham China. AFP is a private-public partnership (PPP) for food…
A Shared Pathway to Net Zero
Climate change remains one of the bright spots in an otherwise challenging bilateral relationship. Fan Dai, Director of the California-China Climate Institute, outlines the similarities between the US and China’s climate goals,…
July Outreach Round-up
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
Throughout the month of July, AmCham China has hosted a number of successful outreach meetings with the Chinese Government. Among these, the Chamber has had three White Paper delivery meetings, and one…
Out Now! New AmCham China Quarterly Magazine
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Thought Leadership, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
The latest issue of the AmCham China Quarterly explores a wide array of issues around the topic of sustainability and the environment. For AmCham China, climate change represents not only an increasingly…
The Mission to Plant One Hundred Million Trees
Trella Urban Forestry Technology (“Trella”) is a US-based, China-operated nature-based solutions company providing tree-based solutions to meet China’s environmental initiatives and needs. AmCham China spoke with Trella founder Jonathan Krane about the…
Growing a Greener Tomorrow: Jane Goodall on Her Hope for Humanity
Featured Stories, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Magazine, Profile, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
World-famous primatologist and anthropologist Dr Jane Goodall first rose to international renown for her study of wild chimpanzees in Tanzania’s Gombe Stream National Park. Today, Goodall is recognized as the world’s foremost…
AmCham China Celebrates the 4th of July!
On July 4, AmCham China hosted its annual Independence Day party with a backyard BBQ attended by over 300 guests at Kempinski Hotel’s beautiful East Garden. The outdoor event was the perfect…
AmCham China, Tianjin Annual Independence Day Party!
AmCham China kicked off the 2021 July 4 holiday weekend with a bang with AmCham China, Tianjin’s annual Independence Day party on July 3. The party invited the AmCham China Tianjin community,…
Happy Fourth of July from AmCham China!
This Sunday, July 4, AmCham China is celebrating the 245th Independence Day of the United States of America. We’re marking America’s Independence Day with a backyard BBQ party at Beijing’s beautiful Kempinski…
22nd Annual HR Conference Explores Expanded Role of HR in Digital Transformation
On June 24, AmCham China hosted its 22nd Annual HR Conference. The Chamber’s longest running Signature Event returned with fresh perspectives from knowledgeable speakers and engaging discussions that expanded beyond HR implications.…
Inaugural Women Empowerment Awards in China
Following the Women’s Empowerment Summit, the Women’s Advisory Council, with support from AmCham China and SCHSAsia, hosted its newest initiative, the first ever Women Empowerment Awards in China. The Awards recognize trailblazing…
The Women’s Economy Summit Celebrates 5th Year Anniversary in Beijing
Featured Stories, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Thought Leadership, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
On June 18th, AmCham China and SCHSAsia hosted the 5th Women’s Economy Summit in Beijing. More than 300 attendees joined for a day of empowerment and collaboration at the Renaissance Beijing Capitol…
Chairman Circle Spotlight: HPE发布2020《美好生活计划报告》
要点直击 HPE承诺在2022年之前以基于订制、按用付费和消费驱动的即服务模式交付所有的产品组合，这一努力正在帮助客户取得可持续的成效。 HPE始终致力于成为模范企业公民，不仅在环境保护方面处于领先地位，还注重提升道德、包容性和多元化水平，这些努力已经成为HPE在市场中的竞争优势。 HPE为客户和社区提供支持，帮助他们应对疫情期间前所未有的挑战。 本年度ESG报告显示，HPE以“即服务”为核心的战略正在推动可持续的数字化转型 6月3日，HPE公布了2020年《美好生活计划报告》。报告显示，HPE将继续致力于帮助客户推动数字化转型、减少碳足迹、在价值链中的各个环节维护相关方权益，并帮助客户和社区应对新冠肺炎疫情带来的巨大挑战。HPE总裁兼首席执行官安东尼奥·奈里表示:“2020年是史无前例的一年，它清晰地表明了，像HPE这样的企业有责任推动变革，并回馈我们的世界。2020年的挑战促使我们一定要履行合力向善的承诺，利用科技改进人们生活和工作的方式。” 以“即服务”战略为核心，推动客户实现可持续转型 HPE在应对气候危机方面所做出的最大贡献是帮助客户减少IT基础架构有关的碳排放。公司承诺在2022年之前以基于订制、按用付费和消费驱动的即服务模式交付整体产品组合， 这一努力正在帮助客户取得可持续的成效。HPE GreenLake即服务产品组合采用高效能的硬件和解决方案，减少了过度配置，可以帮助客户在五年内平均节省30%的能源。 与环境可持续性直接相关的业务销售额比2019财年增长了44%，达到 8.47 亿美元。一个典型的例子是，HPE与LyondellBassell公司签署了迄今为止最大一笔HPE GreenLake云服务订单，帮助这家世界大型塑料、化学品和炼油公司推动数字化转型，同时提高环境效率。 此外，HPE 有50%的产品组合具有可持续和高效能属性——自2015年以来，其产品组合的能效性提升了300%。例如，HPE SimpliVity服务器为客户节约了70%的能耗，公司有78款超级计算机入选2020年11月绿色超级计算机500强(Green 500)榜单。与此同时，HPE技术再生中心（HPE’s Technology Renewal Centers）回收了300多万件资产——包含报废或弃用的IT设备，而且品牌不限，其中87%的设备经过翻新之后重新焕发了生机。 树立包容和负责任的文化 HPE一直致力于成为模范企业公民，我们不仅大力倡导环境保护，还注重提升道德、包容性和多元化水平，这些努力已经成为我们在市场中的竞争优势。长期以来，HPE非常重视供应链中的劳务问题，参照KnowTheChain针对ICT行业制定的标杆，HPE在劳动力管理方面排名第一，在企业员工权力测评中排名第二。HPE在开发、部署和使用人工智能的过程中，一直将伦理标准视为首要条件——2020 年，HPE制定了一套AI道德准则，指导公司在使用AI相关技术时防范风险和不利影响。HPE还承诺在2050年之前实现全价值链碳中和。与2016年相比，HPE去年由运营产生的温室气体(GHG)排放量减少了62%，提前5年实现了减排55%的科学基础目标。HPE的运营用电有44%来自可再生能源，并且通过持续加强与供应商的合作，帮助他们制定科学的减排目标，在采购、运输物流和制造环节上实现供应链的节能减排。 HPE长期以来一直倡导包容性和多元化，2020年在美国爆发的种族不公现象，促使HPE与社会一起要求变革。为履行公司无条件包容的文化承诺，首席执行官安东尼奥·奈里组建了公司的“包容性与多元化理事会”，由其担任主席，参与公司内部跨群体互动，并就多样性、平等和包容性等议题设定了远大目标。 HPE董事会是业内最多元化的董事会之一，54%的董事都带有一个或多个多元化背景。2020年，女性员工数量在HPE全球各层级包括技术岗位和管理岗位均有增长。与科技行业基准相比，在全球性别表征以及美国族裔多元化两个类别中，HPE的表现都处于领先地位。 在纷扰的一年中，我们对客户和社区的支持显得尤为重要 合力向善 在纷扰的一年中，我们对客户和社区的支持显得尤为重要。新冠疫情使社会陷入停滞并阻碍了世界经济的发展，值此危难之际，HPE金融服务率先行动，提供了20亿美元的融资，帮助因疫情而陷入困境的公司渡过难关，同时应对因突然采用远程办公方式在连接和其他基础架构方面出现的新需求。随着疫情的蔓延，世界许多地区的数字化能力差异突显，为此，HPE向学校、医院和其他机构捐赠了价值2600万美元的Aruba网络工具包，并且改造了南亚的数十所电子医疗中心，扩大了针对偏远地区的检测和远程医疗服务。 此外，HPE还将自有技术和创新成果投入抗疫之中。HPE向“新冠病毒高性能计算联盟”（COVID-19 Supercomputing…
China’s Shifting Labor Demographic after 7th National Census
Ahead of the 22nd AmCham China Annual Human Resources Conference on June 24, AmCham China caught up briefly with keynote speaker, Prof Qinghua Zhang, Professor at the Department of Applied Economics in…
Deconstructing Digital Transformation in HR
Ahead of the 22nd AmCham China Annual Human Resources Conference on June 24, AmCham China caught up briefly with keynote speaker, Wei Wei, Former Founder & CEO of McKinsey Academy at McKinsey…
AI Innovation Zones in China: Opportunities for Foreign Investors
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Insight, Issues, Latest News, Magazine, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
With AI and high-tech industries dominating China’s plans for future growth, it comes as no surprise that related sectors have seen a huge influx of capital in recent years. But with special…
AmCham China Summer Mixer – University Alumni Edition
AmCham China hosted its first mixer of the summer season on Thursday, June 10. The mixer, held at the Hilton Beijing Hotel, had a special US University Alumni theme to connect US…
AmCham China’s Second B.I.O. Trip to Guangdong
Every year, as part of its advocacy work, AmCham China polls member companies to identify regional areas of interest in China to further explore new economic opportunities and partners for business development.…
Where is Fintech Innovation going in the Era of Uncertainty?
By Jihuan (Henry) Liang, Jinlong (Eason) Wan, and Linyu Wang We see three macro trends. First, on the industrial level, the growth rate of the financial industry has slowed down. McKinsey’s Global…
Tianjin Hosts Annual Government Appreciation Reception
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Tianjin Chapter NewsBy Norris Tangen
On May 25, AmCham China Tianjin Chapter held its annual Tianjin Government Appreciation Dinner, capping an afternoon of activities that included a dialogue with the Tianjin Municipal People’s Government. To kick things…
US-China Relations at a Crossroad
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
This year’s Government Affairs Conference centered on fundamental shifts in the US-China relationship, China’s economic outlook, and the challenges facing multinational companies (MNCs) in China. Amidst deteriorating US-China relations, dialogues highlighted both…
The Critical Role of Diagnostics in COVID-19 Management
Future pandemic preparedness The healthcare and economic challenges posed by COVID-19 throughout the world are unique in the last century. Through the extraordinary commitment of health officials, providers, HCPs and their partners…
China’s Census 2021: 5 Takeaways for Foreign Investors
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
China’s census 2021 data reveal anticipated trends, such as slowing population growth, but also offer clear insights for foreign investors interested in the Chinese market. China’s demographic profile is distinct from any…
The Critical Role of Diagnostics in COVID-19 Management
With COVID-19 disrupting every aspect of life, it’s more important than ever to keep potential outbreaks under control, help economies recover as quickly as possible, support the roll-out of vaccines, and safely…
How Employers Should Approach the COVID-19 Vaccination
With the development of COVID-19 vaccines, the Chinese government is adopting measures to ensure that employers are providing vaccination plans to their employees, an important step to ensure a successful fight against…
What We’ve Learned About COVID-19 Vaccines and What to Expect
With several vaccines already in the market and dozens more in development around the world, there are many questions about the ever-changing state of the vaccine market and how it will develop…
Upside Down: Clyde Prestowitz on Reversing US Trade Policy
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Interview, Issues, Latest News, Magazine, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
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Tech Top: IBM’s Greater China CEO on Being Essential in China
In the latest in our series profiling current Board members, Alain Benichou discusses his role within the AmCham China community – both in his native France as well as in China –…
AmCham China Chair Talks White Paper with Bloomberg
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, News, Thought Leadership, Working GroupsBy AmCham China
Following the release of the AmCham China 2021 American Business in China White Paper, AmCham Chairman Greg Gilligan spoke to Bloomberg TV’s David Ingles on Bloomberg Markets China Open about the White…
2021 Two Sessions: From Recovery to Rejuvenation
China’s annual meetings of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) – collectively known as the Two Sessions – convened this year in an atmosphere of guarded…
Mobilizing to Battle an Unprecedented Global Health Crisis
Featured Stories, Industry , Interview, Issues, Latest News, Magazine, News, Profile, Thought LeadershipBy AmCham China
AmCham China sat down with Will Song, Global Senior Vice President and China Chairman for Johnson & Johnson, to reflect on the last year, take stock of the company’s strategies and priorities…
Collaborating for Success: Pfizer’s China Head on a Whirlwind Year
Featured Stories, Industry , Interview, Issues, Latest News, Magazine, News, Profile, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
Pierre Gaudreault is China Regional President for Pfizer Biopharmaceuticals Group. He is a well-respected corporate executive and thought leader in the pharmaceutical industry, and a highly experienced professional with more than 25…
Key Implications of the Civil Code on Women Professionals
On Friday, April 16th, AmCham China Tianjin was pleased to have Jackie Zhang, Partner at Gaopeng & Partners, share her insights on the implications of the Civil Code of the People’s Republic…
AmCham China’s Visit to Dalian & 2021 Business Climate Survey Dalian Launch
On the morning of April 15, Mr. Chen Shaowang, the Mayor of Dalian Municipal Government, greeted the Vice Chair of the American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham China) Colm Rafferty at…
AmCham China Vaccination Day
On April 12, AmCham China held the first of many AmCham China Vaccination Days, where, in partnership with United Family Healthcare, we arranged for free COVID-19 vaccinations for all foreign nationals in…
AmCham China’s Visit to Wuhan
From March 23rd to 24th, AmCham China had a successful visit to Wuhan to commemorate the “Cherry Blossoms Appreciation” Trade Fair. The event was hosted by the Central China Chapter of the…
A Message from the Chairman
Greg Gilligan, Chairman of AmCham China, shared a message with members on vaccinations for foreign nationals in China. With featured stories on Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and more, the theme running throughout…
2021 Business Climate Survey Report Launch in Tianjin
AmCham China, Tianjin was pleased to welcome William H. Klein, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires and Minister Counselor for Political Affairs, and Gregory Harris, Counsellor of the Commercial Section. Mr. Klein shared opening…
2021 Empowering Women in Tech Panel
On March 24, AmCham China Northeast Chapter hosted the Empowering Women in Tech Panel, together with the U.S. Consulate Shenyang, French Consulate Shenyang, Australian Consulate Shenyang and the Netherlands Business Support Office…
Showcasing Innovative and Sustainable Solutions at the 2021 Social Impact Summit
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, News, Thought Leadership, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
On March 25, AmCham hosted the very first Social Impact Summit at the Hilton Hotel in Beijing to celebrate and review the 6-month effort to drive real change in China’s micro-, small-,…
Successful Webinar on Runway Surface Condition Assessments and Reporting
On March 11, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and AmCham China’s Aviation Cooperation Program (ACP) co-hosted a webinar on runway surface condition assessments and teporting.…
AmCham China, Tianjin Super Bowl Watch Party
Approaching the Chinese New Year, AmCham China, Tianjin hosted a special edition monthly breakfast briefing to celebrate teh Super Bowl. This watch party was co-hosted with Hard Rock Cafe, Tianjin. AmCham China,…
AmCham China, Tianjin Celebrate International Women’s Day
On March 5th, the AmCham China Women Professionals Committee (Tianjin) met at the Executive Center to celebrate International Women’s Day, a well-deserved holiday for appreciating female excellence, devotion, and achievement. Catering to…
AmCham China Celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with Tianjin Members
On March 17, AmCham China,Tianjin painted Tianjin green for St. Patrick’s Day 2021. Attendees arrived decked out in the greenest greens vying for the chance to be named the evening’s “Best Dressed…
Legal Risks Under FARA for US Companies in China
The authors of this article are from the law firm Covington & Burling LLP.: Timothy P. Stratford, Robert K. Kelner, Brian D. Smith, and Alexandra Langton Attorney General Barr warned last year…
Bloomberg Interviews AmCham China Chairman on Business Climate Survey
On March 9, 2021, Greg Gilligan, Chairman of AmCham China, spoke to Bloomberg TV about the company’s Annual Business Climate Survey and the outlook for U.S. firms operating in China. What…
Get Started with AmCham China’s Member Portal!
AmCham China recently launched a new Member Portal, and we want to make sure you’re maximizing the benefits of your membership! Registration on the new portal (see details below) takes just 2-3 minutes. If…
Enabling Local Innovation to Maximize Business Resilience
With unique circumstances this year creating an environment that is ripe for innovation and change, the CEO of Microsoft Greater China details how his company has embraced partnerships to drive forward business…
Tech and Talent: Your Future-proof Formula
Broad reskilling around tech will define the future of work, argues LinkedIn China President Jian Lu, but presents opportunities for a wide spectrum of talent, and still offers certain advantages for multinationals…
AmCham China Central Chapter 7th American Business Dialogue & 1st Annual General Meeting
On December 22, AmCham China Central China Chapter held the 7th American Business Dialogue with Wuhan Government & The First Annual General Meeting in Wuhan New World Hotel. Alan Beebe, President of…
The 2021 China Business Conference Goes Online
From February 8–11, AmCham China is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to organize the 2021 China Business Conference (Winter Edition). This four-day event will be held online, providing our China-based members…
Community Spirit: Brent Young on Building Bridges in Technology and Beyond
In the latest in our series profiling current Board members, Brent Young discusses his role within the AmCham China community, reflects on his COVID-19 relief efforts, and analyzes the development of technology…
CAAC-ACP-FAA Co-Hosted a Successful Dialogue with US-China Airport Planning, Construction and Operations
On January 29, the Chamber’s Aviation Cooperation Program (ACP) – one of the four Cooperation Programs under the AmCham China umbrella – co-hosted a dialogue with the Civil Aviation Administration of China…
Chairman’s Circle Members Meet with Chargé D’Affaires Forden
High-level representatives from AmCham China’s premier member companies shared their 2021 priorities and heard from Gavekal’s Arthur Kroeber and the U.S. Embassy in China’s Chargé D’Affaires Robert Forden. On January 14, CEOs…
Great Expectations: How China Might Look to Continue its Economic Recovery
With the global economy enduring a tough year following widespread pandemic-related shutdowns, China’s growth has never been more important. The AmCham China Quarterly spoke to Steve Barnett, Senior Resident Representative for China…
Past, Present, and Future: McGregor Shares His Perspectives on US-China Relations
James McGregor, the recipient of the most recent AmCham China Pioneer award, spoke to the AmCham China Quarterly about what it means to him to receive the award, his involvement in AmCham China over…
In Light of the US Presidential Inauguration, AmCham China Chairman Speaks to Bloomberg on US-China Relations
On January 21, 2021, Greg Gilligan, Chairman of AmCham China, spoke to Bloomberg TV about what we can expect from the Biden Administration on US-China commercial relations. For a summary of the…
At a Crossroad: How China Policy Might Change in 2021
Featured Stories, Government Relations, Industry , Issues, Latest News, News, Thought LeadershipBy Norris Tangen
With all eyes focused on what actions a new US administration might take with respect to China, the AmCham China Quarterly spoke to Wendy Cutler, Vice President at the Asia Society Policy…
Working Hard for a Better Environment
Dear Fellow Members, Happy New Year and best wishes for health and happiness in 2021. We are all extremely grateful to have arrived at the end of this last challenging year. But…
AmCham China 2021 Policy Priorities Member Townhall
On Friday January 8, 2021, AmCham China hosted an all-member Townhall meeting to discuss AmCham China’s 2021 Policy Priorities, advocacy, and messaging. Attended in person by nearly 80 participants representing a wide…
Impact in Action Brief #3: Disease Prevention and Emergency Response
Industry , Issues, Latest News, News, Publications, Thought Leadership, Working GroupsBy Norris Tangen
The third working session of AmCham China’s Social Impact Initiative (SII) public health track was held on November 13, 2020, and was attended by over 40 stakeholders from the public health ecosystem…
Dialogue with the World: Trans-Pacific Future Forum 2020
AmCham China announced a partnership agreement with Phoenix TV, strengthening the links between the Chamber and the media industry in the process. AmCham China officially announced a partnership agreement with Phoenix TV…
Looking Forward: Dr. Zhang Wenhong on COVID-19 and the Future of China’s Public Health System
Dr. Zhang Wenhong, one of China’s foremost infectious disease experts, has played a critical role in China’s management of COVID-19. Followed by tens of millions of people on Chinese social media platforms,…
2020 AmCham China Tianjin Annual General Meeting A Success!
AmCham China Tianjin held its 2020 Annual General Meeting and Winter Holiday Party on Tuesday, December 15th at the charming The Tianjin Juilliard School. The grand event featured yearly review and awards,…
2021 Board of Governors Officially Elected!
Following the conclusion of the 2021 Board of Governors Election and the subsequent election of the Officers, AmCham China is delighted to announce that Greg Gilligan (Fidelis Investments) will return as Chair in 2020,…
Northeast Chapter 2020 Winter Ball Success
The city of Dalian was alight on December 5th as Grand Hyatt Dalian in conjunction with AmCham China, Northeast Chapter held the 12th annual Winter Ball. Taking place at the stunning Grand Hyatt Dalian,…
Dr. Zhang Wenhong Talks COVID-19 and Vaccines
This Thursday, December 10, Greg Gilligan, Chairman of AmCham China and Dr. Zhang Wenhong, Professor and Head of the Center for Infectious Disease at Huashan Hospital of Fudan University, discussed the current global fight against…
2021 Business Climate Survey Prize Winners!
The 2021 AmCham China Business Climate Survey (BCS) has come to a close and we are delighted to announce the prize winners, selected from those member companies who completed the survey. This year, we…
ConocoPhillips’ Vision for Social Responsibility
Having worked for ConocoPhillips during an accomplished 34-year career, ConocoPhillips China (COPC) President Bill Arnold has served in a variety of roles across the world, with stints in multiple locations in the…
Managing the Next 90 Days
On November 12, 2020, AmCham China brought together a diverse line-up of panelists, which featured Greg Gilligan, Chairman of AmCham China, Randal Phillips, Managing Partner Asia at Mintz Group, Paul Gruenwald, Chief…
Gloria Xu: Diplomacy and Deadlines
How did you first got involved with AmCham China? What made you decide you wanted to get more involved and eventually run for the board? Gloria Xu: I started to get involved…
“Curious Kids”, a STEM Pilot Class
On Sunday, November 22nd, 23 kids and their parents attended “Curious Kids”, a STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) pilot class organized by Amcham and DMECC (Dalian Mother’s Education Consulting Co), and hosted…
Northeast Chapter’s New Vice Chair
Tesfu Solomon joins the AmCham China Northeast Executive Committee as the new Vice Chair. Tesfu Solomon is a technical supplier manager for Intel semiconductor (Dalian), Ltd. in Dalian. He arrived in 2019…
Celebrating and Reflecting During the 39th AGM
On November 19, 2020, AmCham China held another successful, sold-out Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the China World Hotel in Beijing. The event featured speeches from the AmCham China President and Chairman,…
China’s Dual Circulation Strategy
China’s dual circulation strategy (DCS) seeks to spur China’s domestic demand while simultaneously developing conditions to facilitate foreign investment and boost production for exports. The two-pronged strategy refers to the parallel emphasis…
CBIRC on Market Access in China for US Companies
On November 11, 2020, China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission’s (CBIRC) Vice Chairman Zhou Liang met with the AmCham China Chairman, Greg Gilligan, along with representatives from member companies Goldman Sachs, State…
White Paper Delivery Meeting with SAMR
On November 9, 2020, President of AmCham China, Alan Beebe, led a delegation of member representatives to meet with Vice Minister Tian Shihong, as well as seven other senior officials in charge…
China: The Bubble That Never Pops
The Chinese economy appears destined for failure, the financial bubble forever in peril of popping. And yet, the coming collapse of China is always coming, never arriving. In his latest book, “China:…
Vote for the 2021 AmCham China Board of Governors!
It's that time of year again when you get to decide the direction of AmCham China's future by voting for the members of the AmCham China Board of Governors! The Board holds…
Sherry Carbary
Campaign Statement Dear AmCham Voters – I have been privileged to work for The Boeing Company for over 31 years, and I have been traveling to China for nearly 20 years doing…
Greg Gilligan
Campaign Statement Fellow AmCham China Members, Please vote for me to re-join the 2021 Board of Governors. I currently serve as 2020 AmCham-China Chairman, having served in 2019 as Vice-Chairman. In fact,…
Roberta Lipson
Campaign Statement The coming year will be one of unprecedented importance with respect to repairing the serious damage which has been done to the U.S.-China relationship. I am proud to have spent…
Jeffrey Que
Campaign Statement Fellow AmCham China Members, I am running for a seat on the 2021 AmCham Board of Governors and would like to ask for your support and your vote. My name…
Colm Rafferty
Campaign Statement I would like to ask for your support in the upcoming AmCham China election. This year I am running for election to the Board of Governors. If elected to the…
Travis N. Tanner
Campaign Statement Dear Fellow AmCham Member – My name is Travis Tanner, Senior Vice President at GreenPoint Group, a boutique U.S.-China strategic advisory firm that serves as a trusted China advisor to…
Helena Xiao
Campaign Statement Dear Fellow AmCham China Members, It is my great honor to run for the 2020 AmCham Board of Governors, as the only representative from the higher education sector. In the…
Erin Zhang
Campaign Statement My name is Erin Zhang and I am currently an Executive Director in the Office of Government Affairs at Goldman Sachs, based in Beijing. I would be honored to receive…
Kenneth Zhou
Campaign Statement I am Kenneth Zhou, a partner in the law firm of Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. I am running for election to AmCham’s Board of Governors 2021 and…
Nominations Open for the Women Empowerment Awards
The nominations for the Women Empowerment Awards in China are now open! Please apply by completing the form here. There is no cost to submitting an application. All applications must be done…
United Airlines Sees Clearer Skies Ahead
2020 has been a year of unprecedented difficulty for the airline industry as the coronavirus pandemic has brought international travel to a standstill. Passenger traffic for the year is forecast to decline…
Commerce as a Bridge Back to Better Relations
We are fast approaching the most momentous US Presidential Election in memory, and one in which the US-China relationship sits squarely at the center. It is natural to think about what the…
Tianjin “Healthy Life” Treasure Hunt
To seize the last moment and enjoy the fine autumn weather, AmCham China, Tianjin organized its "Healthy" Life Treasure Hunt at Tianjin Hard Rock Cafe and areas around Luneng CC Plaza on Saturday,…
Members Meet Future Tianjin EC Candidates
On October 29, candidates for the 2021 & 2022 AmCham China, Tianjin Executive Committee kicked off the voting process with a referendum as part of the monthly executive breakfast meeting at the…
Populist Nationalism and Polarization in the US
On October 13, AmCham China and the US-China Education Trust (USCET) co-hosted a webinar entitled “America’s New Normal? Populist Nationalism and Polarization in the US” as part of their “Presidential Election Series.” This…
Transforming and Attracting Talents
Ambassador Julia Chang Bloch, the President of the US-China Education Trust (USCET) was a keynote speaker at AmCham's 21st annual HR Conference on October 16. Below is Chang Bloch's entire speech on…
Announcing the Women Empowerment Awards in China
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the first Women Empowerment Awards in China and the opening of the nominations for the very first time! The Women Empowerment Awards in China were created…
2021 Tianjin Candidate: Alexander Brose
CEO & Executive, Tianjin Juilliard School Biography Alexander Brose has over 20 years of experience working in classical music performance and education in the United States and China. Named the inaugural Executive Director…
2021 Tianjin Candidate: Dannie Mu
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