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The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is pleased to welcome students from XJTLU's Master's programme in International Business and Global Affairs to its Factory Open Day at VEA Suzhou. The students, from the Department of International Studies, will have the opportunity to explore coffee machines and the inner workings of a leading Italian manufacturer. The event will take place on November 18th, 2025, at VEA GROUP. This Factory Open Day offers XJTLU students the opportunity to observe the entire coffee machine production process, learn about innovative techniques, and engage directly with VEA GROUP representatives through interactive discussions and lectures.   Event Details Date: Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 Time: From 9:00 to 12:00 Ticket: XJTLU Students & Member Ticket – Free of Charge Venue: Vea (Suzhou) Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd 地点: 唯易爱（苏州）智能科技有限公司 Address: 1st F, Workshop No. 6, Phase I, No. 189 Jishi West Road, Wujiang District, Suzhou | 苏州市吴江区吉市西路189号1期6号厂房1楼 Event Language: English   Event Details 9:00–9:30 Shuttle Bus from XJTLU to VEA GROUP 9:30–10:00 VEA GROUP Factory Tour & Coffee Machine Exhibition 10:00–10:15 Welcome Speeches 10:15–10:45 Lecture by Prof. Roberto Dona (INS411 Class) 10:45–11:00 VEA GROUP Factory Introduction 11:00–11:30 Interactive Discussion: Insights for Students Discussion topics: What are the key factors behind VEA GROUP’s global success? How does a foreign company adapt strategies in response to Chinese competitors? How can a company acquire essential “tacit knowledge” to compete effectively in China? What opportunities or challenges does the evolving global coffee market present? 11:30–11:45 Q&A Session & Group Photo 11:45-12:00 Shuttle Back to XJTLU   To sign up click HERE   For more info, pls contact infosuzhou@cameraitacina.com   VEA GROUP https://carimali.com/vea-group/   VEA GROUP, a renowned global leader in professional coffee machines, proudly holds a century-long legacy of excellence. Guided by a team of 14 pioneering engineers, our cutting-edge designs undergo rigorous testing in advanced facilities, spearheading innovation in industry. Our Suzhou-based production unit, VEA GROUP, seamlessly merges Italian design with European standards, exporting to 15 countries. With ISO9001:2015 certification, our ethical practices forge enduring relationships with employees and clients alike. Committed to ensuring quality, VEA GROUP operates as both an assembly hub and a trusted provider of trading products, shipping over 10,000 units worldwide.

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), in cooperation with the US-China Business Council (USCBC), invites you to the “US-China Trade Update by the US-China Business Council” on Monday, November 10th.   Key Discussion Topics Recent developments in US-China trade negotiations Company impacts, including from tariffs and China’s export control  Outcomes of the APEC Leaders’ Summit in South Korea   Agenda   14:00-14:30 Registration 14:30-14:35 Opening Remarks by Ms. Jane Yang, Vice President of USCBC’s Shanghai Office 14:35-14:50 Opening Speech by Representatives of CICC & USCBC Mr. Kyle Sullivan, Vice President of Business Advisory Services in USCBC’s Washington, D.C., Office Mr. Lorenzo Bali, Board Director of CICC 14:50-15:30 Presentation 15:30-15:40 Q&A 15:40-16:00 Free Networking   Speakers Mr. Kyle Sullivan Vice President of Business Advisory Services in USCBC’s Washington, D.C., Office     We look forward to your participation in this high-level exchange of insights and strategies.   Register HERE For more info pls contact infosuzhou@cameraitacina.com   Event details Date: Monday, November 10 Time: 14:00 CST Venue: 江苏省苏州市苏州工业园区科营路2号生态大厦2楼221室Room 221, 2nd floor of the Eco Building, No.2 Keying Road, SIP, Suzhou

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), in collaboration with the Foreign Affairs Office of the Suzhou Municipal Government, and with the support of the Embassy of Italy to the P.R.C. and the Consulate General of Italy in Shanghai, is organizing the 17th Suzhou Appreciation Meeting.    The event will take place on October 29, 2025, at the Hotel Nikko Suzhou, and will be attended by Ms. Tiziana D’Angelo, Consul General of Italy in Shanghai, and Mr. Giulio Bolaffi, Counsellor and Head of the Economic and Commercial Office at the Embassy of Italy to the P.R.C.   The purpose of the event is to promote Sino-Italian relations, with a particular focus on cooperation in Suzhou, and to look ahead to future challenges and opportunities, aiming to further strengthen collaboration between the two countries.     AGENDA I. 15:00-18:10 Consulate and Embassy Representatives Meet Italian Companies in Suzhou   15:00-15:30 Registration - Welcoming coffee 15:30-15:35 Opening Remarks 15:35-16:40 Speeches by Representatives of the Consulate General of Italy in Shanghai, the Embassy of Italy to the P.R.C., and the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce Ms. Tiziana D’Angelo, Consul General of Italy in Shanghai Mr. Giulio Bolaffi, Counsellor and Head of the Economic and Commercial Office at the Embassy of Italy to the P.R.C. Mr. Lorenzo Riccardi, Chairman of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce 16:40-17:30 Italian companies brief self-presentation and internal discussion 17:30-18:10 Free Networking     II. 17:30-18:10 Official Meeting (Consulate & Embassy & Suzhou Municipality & CICC & 1 or 2 representatives of Italian company in Suzhou)   17:30-18:00 Official Meeting 18:05-18:10 Group Photo     III. 18:10-20:30 Appreciation Dinner   Participants: representatives of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC), Italian institutions, local municipal authorities, and enterprises.   18:10-18:15 Opening remark by CICC 18:15-18:25 Speeches by Representatives of Consulate or Embassy / Suzhou Municipality 18:25-20:30 Dinner   REGISTRATION HERE     EVENT DETAILS Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: From 15:00pm to 20:30pm Venue: Hotel Nikko Suzhou / Huqiu Ballroom (3rd F) Address: Hotel Nikko Suzhou, No.368 Changjiang Road, SND, Suzhou Event Language: English, Italian, Chinese   For more information please contact us at infosuzhou@cameraitacina.com