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                                                                   Dear Members, Dear Friends The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce together with the China-Australia Chamber of Commerce in China, the Swiss Chamber of Commerce in China and the German Chamber of Commerce in China is pleased to invite you to the seminar that will be held in Beijing on June the 7th:   Interchamber Breakfast Seminar - VAT (Valued Add Tax) Pilot Program   Effective from 1 July 2012, Beijing will conduct a VAT pilot program for the services industry (replacing business tax). The VAT pilot program is expected to be modeled on similar reforms which took place in Shanghai earlier this year, the speakers Mr. Lachlan Wolfers and Mr. Martyn Huckerby will share their experiences from implementing the reforms in Shanghai.   While the impact of these reforms for business is likely to be positive, they will have significant consequences not only from a tax perspective, but also for IT systems, supply chain management, contracts and pricing.   During the seminar a first presentation will be discussed by Lachlan Wolfers on: How the VAT reform pilot program operates What actions businesses need to take to deal with the reforms What are the opportunities the reforms present for businesses, particularly with cross-border transactions What are the major risk areas or issues that businesses need to be aware of what is the timing of the VAT reforms spreading across China Following there will be a second presentation by Martyn Huckerby on: issues to consider in looking at how existing contracts will be impacted by the reforms what steps businesses should take now in entering into new contracts ways to maximise the benefits and mitigate the risks of the reforms from a legal perspective. Speakers: Lachlan Wolfers is a Tax Partner with KPMG China, based in Shanghai. He leads KPMG’s Centre of Excellence in Indirect Taxes, and was previously the leader of KPMG’s Indirect Tax practice in Australia. He is both a lawyer and an accountant and has extensive experience with assisting clients with tax reforms across a number of different jurisdictions. Lachlan is a noted speaker and media commentator on tax issues. Martyn Huckerby is a Partner of the Shanghai office of King & Wood Mallesons. Martyn has extensive experience in providing regulatory and corporate law advice to clients in Asia and Europe. Martyn is listed as a leading lawyer in Chambers Asia, PLC Which Lawyer?, International Financial Law Review, Who’s Who of International Competition Lawyers, and Who’s Who of International Regulatory Communications Lawyers. Martyn previously worked in London and Sydney. Language: English Agenda: 08:30 - 08:45 Registration 08:45 - 09:30 Presentation by Lachlan Wolfers & Martyn Huckerby 09:30 - 10:00 Q&A Fee: China-Italy Chamber of Commerce Member: RMB 200 | Non-Member: RMB 400   Venue: SOFITEL Wanda Beijing, Tower C Wanda Plaza, 93 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing 北京万达索菲特大饭店， 中国北京朝阳区建国路93号万达广场C座 Contact: info@cameraitacina.com  Registration: Please send an e-mail to info@cameraitacina.com until June 6th, 2012  

  Dear Members and Friends,   The China-Italy Chamber Of Commerce, The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China, The British Chamber of Commerce in China and The China-Britain Business Council, The Danish Chamber of Commerce in China, The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China, The German Chamber of Commerce in China, The Hong Kong Chamber Of Commerce In China, The Israel Chamber of Commerce in China, The Singapore Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China, The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in China, The SwissCham and The American Chamber of Commerce in China are delighted to invite you to the Monthly Inter-Chamber Networking at the Marriott Northeast Hotel on Wednesday 23rd May at 18:30.           Come and join us at this monthly inter-chamber networking to mingle with old and new business contacts in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.   The Chambers encourage you to bring friends and colleagues and to forward this invitation to your business partners. It is a great opportunity to network, exchange contacts and meet Chamber staff to learn more about the Chambers` services and activities.           If interested in attending the event, please register by sending an e-mail at info@cameraitacina.com   CICC  

        Dear Members and Friends,   The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce, The China IPR Sme Helpdesk, The European Chamber of Commerce, The European Business Center, The Benelux Chamber of Commerce in China and The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in China  are delighted to invite you to the following seminar:   One-On-One consultation sessions   Event Details: Event type: Consultation sessions Date: Thursday 19 April 2012 Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm Location: European Business Center, Zhongyu Plaza 16 Floor, No. 6 Gongti Beilu Chaoyang District Beijing, tel. 010-8523 6101 Admission: Free for European SMEs Languages: English, Italian and Polish Partners: European Business Center, Bencham, Italian Chamber of Commerce Spanish Chamber of Commerce, European Union Chamber of Commerce ------ Event Description: On 19 April 2012 the China IPR SME Helpdesk will hold an afternoon of free 20 minute one-on-one consultation sessions with experts in the Chinese intellectual property rights law. The consultation sessions are available to European SMEs with questions on how to protect their intellectual property when working or doing business in China. Receive advice on how to manage your IP in China (strategy, registration, protection and enforcement) without expensive legal fees Personalised, tailor-made and business-focused advice 100% FREE and confidential ----- Expert Biographies:   Davide Follador, Franzosi, Dal Negro and Setti Law Firm After cooperating with major IP law firms in Italy, Davide Follador is currently in charge of the China Desk of Franzosi, Dal Negro and Setti Law Firm, based in Beijing. Follador specialises in Chinese intellecutaly property law and commercial law. He is a frequent speaker and tutor on the topic of IPR in China and has 10 years` experience in dealing with out-of-court proceedings and court litigation. He gives legal advice to both Italian and international companies about patents, trademarks, geographical indications, copyright, unfair competition, licensing and online IPR.   Beata Suwala, China IPR SME Helpdesk Beata is a Polish pattent attorney and European trademark attorney. She holds a masters degree in law from the University of Warsaw and obtained a LL.M degree in IP law in Spain. Beata has worked for more than three years in law firms in Poland and in Spain where she mainly dealt with international IP portfolios, including IP rights prosecutions, enforcement actions and drafting contracts. Afterwards she joined the European IPR Helpdesk, where she advised on IP and in particular on technology transfer under the European Commission`s funded projects (the 7th Framework Programme and the Competetiveness and Innovation Framework Programme).   Registration: Consultation sessions are limited and available to European SMEs only by appointment. To register please e-mail: rsvp-china@china-iprhelpdesk.eu and state your name, company name, position and language preference (English, Italian and Polish speaking experts available). About the China IPR SME Helpdesk: The China IPR SME Helpdesk provides free information, first-line advice and training to SMEs to protect and enforce their IPR in China. The Helpdesk’s services are free to European SMEs and SME intermediaries (including EU embassies) and includes training events in China and Europe; online tools and materials at www.china-iprhelpdesk.eu and tailored advice from our expert by phone, Email or though the website. Be the first to hear about upcoming China IPR SME Helpdesk events and webinars by following us on: