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Author: Shanghai BenCham

Belgium
WeChat

The Consulate General of Belgium in Shanghai has launched an official WeChat account to strengthen public diplomacy and connect with the community. Through this account, they will share updates on Belgian artists, entrepreneurs, sportspeople, academics, and companies both in Belgium and the region, as well as cultural events and consular services.

Be sure to follow for the latest updates and ...

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Tech

Chinese tech firms, including TikTok and Shein, face privacy complaints for unlawfully sending EU user data to China, violating GDPR. Noyb seeks suspensions and fines. Full details on Reuters.

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Member

On January 10, nine BISS students participated in their first-ever TEDx Youth event at the British School Beijing, Shunyi, sharing powerful personal stories around the theme of Unity and Belonging. Their talks explored topics like kindness, self-acceptance, and the pressures of perfectionism, captivating the audience with authenticity and courage. This milestone event celebrated creativity ...

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Member

The British International School Shanghai, Puxi (BISS), celebrates 20 years of premium British international education this year. BISS welcomes parents to discover the many fresh opportunities available to their children.

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Europe
EV

The 101st Brussels Motor Show (Jan 10-19, 2025) showcases the latest EV and hybrid technologies, with Chinese brands like Leapmotor, BYD, and Xpeng gaining prominence. New models such as Chery’s Omoda-5 and Xpeng’s G6 highlight the increasing presence of Chinese automakers in Europe. Despite Belgium’s conservative market, distributors like Hedin Automotive see strong potential for Chinese EVs. As ...

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Business

Shanghai’s new policy to support wholly foreign-owned hospitals presents a strategic opportunity for global healthcare investors, including Benelux companies, to tap into China’s growing demand for advanced medical services. Key areas for investment include Shanghai’s free trade zones and major cities like Beijing, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou.

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Academic

The Shanghai French School (Lycée Français de Shanghai, LFS) invites parents of international school students in Shanghai to participate in a brief, anonymous survey.

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Benelux
Business

On January 10th, a Benelux Chamber of Commerce delegation visited Gaochun District, hosted by Yangjiang Town, to strengthen ties and explore economic cooperation. The group, including Deputy Head of Mission of Consul for Economic Affairs of the Belgian Consulate General Frédéric Van Kerrebroeck and representatives from Melexis, KBC, and others, was warmly received by local officials. They toured ...

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Discount deal

Through a strong cooperation between the Benelux Chamber of Commerce and Juneyao Airlines, we are proud to share that Juneyao Airlines is offering up to 10% discount on domestic routes and up to 25% discount for international routes for all members of the Benelux Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai!

Author: Shanghai BenCham

Chamber

The Benelux Chamber of Commerce in East China would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy 2025!