Business Forum
Business
Forum
Join us in Beijing on November 15th for CCBC’s 46th AGM & Business Forum. This year’s Business Forum will examine how Canada and China are tackling various challenges, including agrifood innovation, the energy transition, and the US election. The morning will close with the announcement of the winners of the 9th Canada China Business Excellence Awards.
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The 2024 Business Forum agenda is updated on a regular basis as program details are confirmed.
Friday, November 15
9:00 am – 9:15 am
Opening Remarks
9:15 am – 10:00 am
Panel 1: Agrifood Innovation and the Triple Challenge
As members of the G20, both Canada and China are involved in global efforts to tackle the triple challenges of Food Security, Sustainability, and Economic Growth & Livelihoods. How can our countries work together to address these challenges and make our agrifood systems more sustainable and inclusive?
10:00 am – 10:45 am
Panel 2: Energy Transition – Comparing and Contrasting Canada and China’s Approach
Both Canada and China have stated goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lessen the effects of climate change; however, each country is taking a very different path to that energy transition. While those paths have been largely parallel in recent years, emerging infrastructure is making it possible for collaboration. Join our panelists for a discussion on how Canada and China are incorporating fossil fuels, renewables, and nuclear into their energy transitions, and how we might help each other achieve our net zero goals.
10:45 am – 11:00 am
Networking Break
11:00 am – 11:45 am
Panel 3: The US Election and its Impact on Both Canada and China
The outcome of the US federal election has long been on the minds of policymakers as they assess the potential impact of both presidential candidates on our nations. Ten days following the November 5 election, join experts who will predict what the election results mean for both Canada and China.
11:45 am – 12:30 pm
9th Canada China Business Excellence Awards
Biannually, the Canada China Business Council presents awards to organizations that have played an innovative and leading role in expanding and nurturing bilateral business relationships. Since their inception in 2008, the successful stories of our award winners have provided inspiration to other members, helping to encourage more successful trade and investment between Canada and China. Awards will be granted in the Benefit to Canada, Women in Leadership, Resilience, Marketing Campaign of the Year, and Academic Collaboration categories.