China is extending trading and distribution rights to foreign companies and now allows the establishment of a Foreign Invested Commercial Enterprise (FICE) that permits foreign companies to import and distribute goods to customers throughout China. European multinational companies have a greater opportunity than ever before to enter the marketplace in China but should be able to successfully operate in the Chinese regulatory environment related to importing into or exporting from China and make sure their customs operations are compliant.
However, along with the benefit of trading with China come certain risks and challenges you should be aware of in order to successfully overcome them. European companies willing to succeed in the People¡¦s Republic of China are facing unique and complex trade, tax and customs regulations. More than that, some of these companies are suffering from dumping and intellectual property infringements.
Hear about the hottest issues from senior governmental officers, compliance professionals, leading lawyers, accountants and industry experts in China including: The European Commission, The British Exporters Association, DTI, China Britain Business Council, Hewlett Packard, Alcatel, General Motors, Thales, Agilent Technologies Inc, JP Morgan Chase Vastera and Marshall of Cambridge Aerospace Ltd

„X What due diligence should the European Company undertake to make sure it is dealing with a legitimate and bona-fide buyer in China
„X How successfully manage a dumping case and overcoming related challenges
„X Preparing a successful and effective Internal Control Plan to make sure you are compliant
„X Why European companies are bound to US Export controls and how they can cope with the US ¡§long arm¡¨
„X How interpretation of customs rules may differ between ports
„X Overcoming challenges associated with product related governmental restrictions and importer restrictions
„X How best to resolve classification and valuation disputes in China
„X Why does setting up a Foreign Invested Commercial Enterprise (FICE) matter?