Mid-Autumn festival & UK-China trade forum
Our UK-China trade forum event, focused on exploring opportunities for bilateral trade and investment, highlighted practical support for cross-border collaboration and celebrated the Mid-Autumn festival, a symbol of reunion and partnership, by bridging cultures and build partnerships.
Our expert speakers shared practical insights on some of the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing businesses today.
Panel 1 was moderated by Jon Sutcliffe, Partner at Moore Kingston Smith, he was joined by Michelle Caiyu Wang, Representative at Shenzhen European Office, Jack Jun Zhang, Representative at Invest Shanghai, Rilong Wu, Chief Representative of Qingdao Center for Business and Commerce (UK) and Zhen Zhang, Director at Jiangsu Provincial Economic and Trade Office in the UK.
Panel 2 was moderated by Darren Jordan, Partner and Head of International at Moore Kingston Smith, he was joined by John McLean OBE, Ian Pease, Business Development Manager at Suffolk Country Council, Rebecca Bekkenutte, Managing Director at Gateley Global and Tim Skeet, Bank of China.
Key takeaways from the event include:
- Understanding local market dynamics and identifying the right partners is critical for successful international expansion.
- Tax-efficient structures and strategic investment planning can support long-term growth and wealth management.
- The UK remains a strategic gateway to Europe and global markets, offering diverse investment opportunities.
- Sustainability, digital transformation, and innovation are increasingly important for business competitiveness.
If you would like to discuss anything we explored, please contact us.
