Knowledge Exchange

Presentation

Fireside Chat with Pascal Lamy: China in a Changing Global Trade Landscape [by invitation only]

Wed, 4 Nov 2026 08:00 - 10:00
  • Member Price: Complimentary (by invitation only)
  • In-person event
  • Language: English

Join Pascal Lamy, Former EU Trade Commissioner and World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General, for an insightful fireside chat exploring the changing global trade landscape, emerging risks and opportunities, and the strategic implications for businesses in China navigating cross-border investment, market access and supply chains.

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Event Details

Amid intensifying geopolitical tensions, rising protectionism and shifting economic relations, global trade and economy is undergoing profound change, presenting both challenges and opportunities for international businesses. As the world’s second-largest economy, China plays a pivotal role in this evolving landscape.

  • How will China influence the future of global trade and multilateral cooperation?
  • As relations between China, Europe and the United States evolve, what risks and opportunities lie ahead for international businesses operating in China and beyond?
  • How should businesses make decisions on international expansion, investment and supply chain strategies to navigate these changes?

The discussion will be followed by an interactive Q&A. Chatham House rules apply.

Admission includes tea, coffee and croissants.

Agenda

  • 8:00 – 8:30 am | Guest registration and networking
  • 8:30 – 8:35 am | Welcome Remarks
  • 8:35 – 9:05 am | Moderated discussion with Pascal Lamy
  • 9:05 – 9:30 am | Audience Q&A
  • 9:30 – 10:00 am | Networking & event close

* The Chamber reserves the right to alter the above agenda at its sole discretion.

Disclaimer: By joining this event, you agree that photos, video, and audio recordings taken onsite may be publicly shared by the Chamber for promotional and communication purposes.

Notes:

In case of cancellation, please kindly note you must email the BritCham Shanghai Event staff eloise.zhang@britishchambershanghai.cn before 5 pm, 2 Oct. 

The Speaker

Speaker
Pascal Lamy
Former EU Trade Commissioner and World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General

Organiser

Location

IHG One Rewards Club Lounge at BritCham Shanghai Office

Room 2107, 699 West Nanjing Road, Oriental Centre,

Jing’an District, Shanghai

上海市静安区南京西路699号东方投资大厦2107室

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