Seminar on Italian Business in China & Christmas Dinner, 8.12 SH

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is glad to invite you to the event “Italian Business in China: History & Future – China 2025 Outlook – A Year-End Gathering with the Italian Community”, taking place on Monday, 8th December 2025.

The event will consist of a business seminar part, which will take place at Jing An Shangri-La (West Shanghai 1218 Middle Yan’an Road, Jing An Kerry Centre on West Nanjing Road - 静安香格里拉大酒店 上海市静安区延安中路1218号) starting from 5pm with registration.

All guests will then be invited to join the Christmas dinner, which will be held in the next-door restaurant, Calypso (No.1218, Yan'an Middle Road, Jing'an Temple Subway Station Entrance & Exit 6 Pedestrian 270 Meters - 上海市静安区延安中路1218号嘉里中心南区广场Calypso地中海餐厅).

This special year-end event will guide participants through a comprehensive journey across the past, present, and future of the Italian business presence in China:

• History: an exploration of the origins and evolution of the Italian business community in China
• Present: a look back at the key milestones and achievements of 2025, including the Chamber’s main activities and the dynamics shaping the current business environment
• Future: a forward-looking analysis delivered through KPMG’s keynote Decoding China 2025, offering macroeconomic insights, consumer trends, and strategic guidance for multinational companies operating in an increasingly competitive market.

Beyond its content-rich program, the event offers a unique opportunity to engage with the Sino-Italian business community, learn from leading institutions and companies, and celebrate the festive season in a warm and convivial Italian atmosphere.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Join us for an insightful evening: 2025 has been a dynamic year for business in China. This event offers the opportunity to review the Chamber’s achievements, celebrate the successes of the business community, and reflect on the year’s key trends and challenges. Attendees will also benefit from expert insights provided by KPMG and two distinguished speakers, combining macroeconomic perspective with actionable strategies for investment, localization, and competitiveness. Join us to connect with peers, exchange perspectives, and celebrate the season ahead of Christmas.

This event warmly welcomes CICC Members, Non-Members, and the wider Italian community in China, offering a unique opportunity to come together and celebrate in true Italian style.

AGENDA

17:00–17:30 Registration

17:30–17:40 Institutional Remarks 

17:40–18:00 CICC 2025: Key Takeaways & Presentation of the Research on the History of Italian Business in China,Lorenzo Riccardi, CICC Chairman

18:00–18:40 KPMG Presentation – Decoding China 2026: Macro Trends, Consumers & Multinationals

Mark Harrison, Partner, Co-head of Multinational Clients, KPMG China and Jean-Yves Lavoie, MNC Channel Executive, KPMG China

18:40–19:15 Panel Discussion with Industry Experts and Fabio Lambertini, CICC Vice-Chairman & CEO Ducati China

19:30–22:00 Christmas Dinner

Moderator: Fabio Lambertini, CICC Vice-Chairman & CEO Ducati China

REGISTRATION

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Monday, December 8th, 2025

Venue:

1. Jing An Shangri-La (West Shanghai 1218 Middle Yan’an Road, Jing An Kerry Centre on West Nanjing Road - 静安香格里拉大酒店 上海市静安区延安中路1218号
2. Calypso (No.1218, Yan'an Middle Road, Jing'ansi Subway Station Entrance & Exit 6 Pedestrian 270 Meters - 上海市静安区延安中路1218号嘉里中心南区广场Calypso地中海餐厅)

Time:

• 17:30–19:30 Business seminar Session (Registration starts at 17:00) | Jing’An Shangri-la
• 19:30-22:00 Christmas dinner | Calypso Restaurant

Format: Offline

Language: English

Tickets:

• CICC Members: 700 RMB
• CICC Non-Members: 850 RMB
• CICC Young Professionals Network: 600 RMB

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