CONFERENCES & MEETINGS \>\> IN EUROPE

Institute of Directors-China Trade Conference, Bristol, England

This conference is aimed at inspiring confidence and giving an understanding of China's market potential, what preparation and considerations you need to make before jumping on a plane. Expert speakers from China-Britain Business Council, Institute of Exports, Bristol China Partnership, UWE and Directors of Bristol & South West businesses, all share their lessons on developing and growing business in China.

Venue: HSBC commercial Center

Date: Sept 29

Website: www.cbbc.org

The High-Growth Markets Summit, London

The summit will help companies learn how to operate and stand out in high-growth markets by providing insight into the best strategies and tactics for success. The event features The Economist's top editors alongside more than 350 business leaders, top thinkers and politicians.

Date: Sept 29-30

Venue: Grand Connaught Rooms, 61 - 65 Great Queen Street, London

Website: www.economistconferences.co.uk

Antwerp Forum, Belgium

Aims to provide European and Chinese managers with a platform for exchanging ideas on business cooperation and to promote Antwerp as a leading European location for Chinese enterprises. Besides the opportunity to get to know the opinions of high-level government officials and business leaders, participants will get the chance to exchange ideas in workshops.

Date: Nov 22

Venue: Antwerp

Website: http://www.theantwerpforum.be/

How to survive your business meetings in China, Brussels

The key to success in today's globally integrated business environment is the ability to understand your counterpart with a different cultural background correctly, also called "cultural intelligence". Expert speakers include Jeanne Boden, author of the book Mind Mapping China (2010) and Song Zhiwei, who worked at the Ministry of Water Resources in China.

Date: Sept 30

Venue: Management Center Europe

Contact: info@chinaconduct.com