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The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce and the Accademia Italiana della Cucina (Italian Academy of Cuisine) are glad to invite their Members to an exclusive networking aperitif with a delicious Italian buffet and free flow of wines. Join us at Buona Bocca Italian Bistro in Beijing on June 7th as we raise our glasses to welcome the summer season! Celebrate the beginning of the summer and connect with the Italian and Chinese Business Community in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.   Registration Click the link to register. Please note that this is a Member only event   Ticket fee: CICC Members/Italian Academy of Cuisine Members & their plus one: 480RMB   Discover the venue Buona Bocca is where fresh ingredients meet Italian favourites in a lively, casual setting. Perfect for gatherings with loved ones, and renowned for the exceptional wine selection.   Event Details Date: Friday, June 7th, 2024 Time: 19:00 – 21:30 Address: Buona Bocca, 1/F, Bldg 4, South Area, Shoukai Bojun, Xingfu Sancun Sixiang, Xindong Lu, Chaoyang District, Beijing | 朝阳区新东路幸福三村四巷首开铂郡南区4号楼1层   For any inquiries, please contact us at: bj.events@cameraitacina.com   Past networking events in Beijing

BACKGROUND INFORMATION In the last years China has progressively perfected its legal framework on data governance, featuring inter alia a distinctive cross-border data transfer (CBDT) regime complete with approval procedures, certification standards, and standard clauses on data transfer. This legal framework features rules on the protection and handling of personal information that have been described as being among the world’s strictest.   Simultaneously, China has made steps in the setup of a legal framework for the data economy, to regulate the legal treatment of data as assets. The basic outline of a possible new legal framework on data is set out in the Opinions on Building the Data Basic Regime to Better Exploit the Value of Data Factors, issued in December 2022. This document lays the grounds of a novel property right model tailored specifically for data.   The legal framework on data also has a significant intersection with the IP regime. China is exploring a “data IP protection” regime, based on registration on an ad hoc platform, and is devising solutions to the issue of IP protection in data training activities. China has coupled the above innovations with very significant additions to its institutional framework, including the setup of a National Data Bureau specifically competent for data matters.    What message do the above carry for foreign enterprises? What opportunities and challenges does the evolving data regime pose for them, and how should they prepare to encounter those opportunities and challenges? What rights do market operators enjoy when they generate, collect, and process data, what liabilities may they face, and what steps are necessary?    SEMINAR   The Embassy of Italy, with the support of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce and EU SME Centre, is proud to present in the morning of May 22, 2024 a seminar where enterprises and legal professionals will have a chance to hear top experts’ views about these issues. Please note that seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.   SPEAKERS   Fabio GIACOPELLO Lawyer - HFG, China-Italy Chamber of Commerce   Mr. Giacopello is a Senior Partner at HFG Law & Intellectual Property in Shanghai. He is a member of the Internet Committee at INTA and Arbitrator at the Shanghai International Arbitration Center (SHIAC). Fabio has been recognised as “Recommended lawyer” by Legal500, “Winner of Client Choice Award – Trademarks (China)” by ILO, “IP Star” by Managing Intellectual Property, “Notable practitioner” by Chamber and Partners, “Leading practitioner” by WIPR, “Expert in the trademark category” by Asia IP. Since 2024 he is the Coordinator of the Intellectual Property Working Group, China-Italy Chamber of Commerce.   Liam JIA  Expert - EU SME Centre   Liam is a versatile professional with the past 8 years advising European businesses on market access and business strategies to China. Rich experience in project and operations management, financial and risk control in the EU context. Experienced speaker and author of publications on a range of topics including the Environment sectors, SME Digitalisation and F&B distribution. Great team player, generating positive influence on teammates.   Barbara LI Lawyer - Reed Smith, EU Chamber   Ms. Li is a corporate/data partner of the Global Corporate practice group of international law firm Reed Smith. She is ranked as Band-1 data lawyer in the Greater China by Chambers and has won the Data Protection Lawyer of the Year 2024 by Legal500. She has taken leadership roles at the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China for multiple years and currently serves as the Vice-Chair for the Cybersecurity Sub-Working Group. Ms. Li is admitted in England and Wales and holds the PRC Bar qualification. She is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/EU) by IAPP.   Marina TIMOTEO Professor - University of Bologna   Prof. Timoteo teaches Private Comparative Law, Asian Law, and Law and Business in China at the University of Bologna. She is the Coordinator of EU Jean Monnet Module 2023-2026 "ReLaTe - Law and Business in China in the Framework of EU and China Investments and Trade Relations: the Challenges of the Digital-Tech Age”. She is Co/editor of the book Quo Vadis Sovreignity: New Conceptual and Regulatoty Boundaries in the Age of Digital China.   WANG Lebing                Professor - University of International Business and Economics   Prof. Wang teaches Law at University of International Business and Economics (Beijing). He has carried out research on data compliance and protection matters, also on commercial and financial law. He is also the director of the board of editors of “Business and Economics Law Review” since 2018. He has taken part in the conference Data driven economies and regulatory approaches: EU and China in relation and in comparison, held at the University of Bologna (Italy) on 10-11 November, 2023.     WANG Yukai Professor - Tongji University   Prof. Wang teaches at the Shanghai International College of Intellectual Property, of Tongji University (Shanghai). His research focuses on data law and IP law. He has taken part in the conference Data driven economies and regulatory approaches: EU and China in relation and in comparison, held at the University of Bologna (Italy) on 10-11 November, 2023.     TOPICS   Lawyer Barbara Li (Reed Smith, EU Chamber) and expert Liam JIA (EU SME Centre) will present the current status of China’s data governance framework, with a focus on rules regarding cross-border data flows and their implications for EU businesses. Professor Marina Timoteo (University of Bologna) will deliver a speech on rights and compliance points relating to the emergence of data as a legally regulated asset. Professor Wang Lebing (UIBE) will then zoom in on the regime of personal information. Finally, professor Wang Yukai (Tongji University) and lawyer Fabio Giacopello (HFG, China-Italy Chamber of Commerce) will delve into the IP issues and opportunities generated by market operators’ use of data.

Dear Members and Friends, Join us for an insightful seminar!   The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) together with its Energy and Environment Protection Working Group (EEPWG) is glad to invite you to a webinar on the EU's innovative tool, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on Wednesday, May 15th at 15:00 pm, Beijing Time (9:00 am Rome time). The seminar aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of CBAM, its objectives, implementation phases, and impact for companies.   BACKGROUND The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is the EU's tool to put a fair price on the carbon emitted during the production of carbon intensive goods that are entering the EU, and to encourage cleaner industrial production in non-EU countries. By confirming that a price has been paid for the embedded carbon emissions generated in the production of certain goods imported into the EU, the CBAM will ensure the carbon price of imports is equivalent to the carbon price of domestic production, and that the EU's climate objectives are not undermined. The CBAM is designed to be compatible with WTO rules. CBAM will apply in its definitive regime from 2026, while the current transitional phase lasts between 2023 and 2026. This gradual introduction of the CBAM is aligned with the phase-out of the allocation of free allowances under the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) to support the decarbonisation of EU industry.   AGENDA 15:00-15:05 Introduction – Teti Licursi – Coordinator, Energy and Environment Protection Working Group (EEPWG) 15:05-15:20 China Overview on Carbon Emissions – Ma Jingjing, NORDIQ Group 15:20-15:50 Understanding CBAM - Pietro Valaguzza & Giorgio Bonvicini, RINA Consulting S.p.A. Introduction to CBAM CBAM Implementation Phases Implications for Businesses and Authorities Future Outlook and Review   15:50-16:00 Open discussion and Q&A   Moderator: Luigi Fiato – Vice Coordinator, Energy and Environment Protection Working Group (EEPWG)   KEY TAKEAWAYS Understand the mechanics of CBAM and its role in promoting cleaner industrial production. Learn about the reporting requirements and methodologies for calculating embedded emissions. Explore the potential impact of CBAM on businesses and global climate objectives. Get insights into the future evolution of CBAM and its implications for various sectors. Note: The seminar content is subject to updates based on the latest developments in the implementation of CBAM.   REGISTER NOW!   EVENT DETAILS Date: 15 May 2024 Time: 15:00 pm CST (9:00 am CET) Place: Online via Zoom Language: English Price: Free of charge   Join our Working Group in shaping a sustainable future through informed climate policies!   About Energy & Environment Protection Working Group (EEPWG) EEPWG welcomes all Italian companies, entities, and individuals operating within the energy and environmental protection industrial sectors along the relative value chains (upstream, downstream, fossil energy, renewable energy, distribution, consumption, emission/water/waste/soil treatment, energy saving, etc.). EEPWG is an initiative supported by the Embassy of Italy to the PRC and China-Italy Chamber of Commerce. EEPWG aims at representing the active coordination structure of the “Pacchetto Energia/Ambiente” developed by the Embassy of Italy in 2014 and subject to many inter-governmental agreements.   If you are interested in following the development of the energy sector and opportunities, we invite you to join the EEPWG.  Contact us at info@cameraitacina.com

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) cordially invites you to participate CICC Suzhou Chapter Meeting on 17th May at 14:30 pm at Mammamia Ligongdi.  During the Chapter meeting, we are pleased to announce the presence of the newly elected President & Board Director of CICC.     AGENDA 14:30-15:00 Registration & welcome coffee 15:00-15:05 Opening by Board Director of Suzhou Mr. Lorenzo Bali 15:05-15:15 Greetings from CICC President Mr. Lorenzo Riccardi 15:15-15:25 Greetings from CICC Board Mr. Lorenzo Bali & Mr. Davide Angelibusi 15:25-15:50 Presentation of Past and Upcoming Events in Suzhou by Board Director of Suzhou Mr. Lorenzo Bali 15:50-16:00 Discussion on new election of SCH working group by Board Director of Suzhou Mr. Lorenzo Bali 16:00-16:15 Closing and Free discussion 16:15-16:30 Transfer to SIP Jini Lake Scenic Area China-Italy Culture Exchange Center (Transportation arranged by CICC) 16:30-17:30 Free networking and catering 17:30-20:00 Opening ceremony of The 3rd Sino Italian culture Festival “Festa dell'amicizia”   EVENT DETAILS Date: May 17th, 2024, Friday Time: 14:30pm-20:00pm Venue: Mammamia Ligongdi Address: B1, B2, Area 1, Phase 1, Ligongdi Road, Suzhou Ticket: Free of Charge (Open to Registrants only). Dress code for the opening ceremony: Smart casual   Register now and confirm your participation before May 10th, 2024   We look forward to your presence at both esteemed gatherings. For anything not clear pls contact us infosuzhou@cameraitacina.com