In just three decades, China has developed the world’s third-largest economy. With annual growth averaging 10 percent, the republic has emerged as an economic powerhouse with tremendous global influence.

This fall, Canadian companies will have an exclusive opportunity to meet this rising economic dragon. From October 12 to 22, the World Trade Centre Atlantic Canada (WTCAC) and the Atlantic Provinces Chamber of Commerce are offering a trade initiative and familiarization tour of China’s five greatest industrial centres, coinciding with the 2010 Shanghai World Expo, the annual China Import & Export Fair and other high-profile international events. These are the most dynamic and lucrative trade gatherings of the year.

This initiative will open doors for your organization, with high-level networking opportunities, unparalleled access to Chinese business leaders and comprehensive insight into the dynamic Chinese market.

Meet the world’s fastest-growing economy. Make sure you’re in the right place at the right time to mine the enormous business opportunities in today’s China.

Why should you attend?

• Attend the largest, most interesting trade shows and conferences in China—8 shows in 4 major cities—and be “in the right place at the right time”
• Explore all of China’s economic hot spots—Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Shanghai—in a single tour. Learn about these Chinese markets here »
  
• See first-hand the myriad industry sectors where partnership opportunities abound
• Promote your value-added products and expertise within the Chinese and Asian market
• Outsource alternative/lower-cost components
• Develop a clear view of China’s current and future economic picture, and fully understand the market in which you want to do business in the short, medium or long term
• Obtain personal introductions through WTCAC’s staff—a vital step in expanding your guanxi and forming relationships with potential clients and business partners
• Count on the support of WTCAC mission managers with significant China expertise
• Network with other international delegations
• Have the opportunity to use the World Trade Center Association Pavilion in Shanghai as a networking and business meeting location
• Experience China’s fascinating history and culture up close with knowledgeable guides

WTCAC’s October 2010 Trade Initiative & Familiarization Tour can help you make the China connection

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to strengthen your worldwide market position, mine new trade opportunities, and develop the strong new alliances—the good guanxi—you need to be successful doing business in China.

Participating companies will receive:

• All in-market transportation (local flights, trains and ground transportation)
• All accommodations (4 stars or better), plus breakfasts and several other meals
• Exclusive cultural tours of the Great Wall of China, Tien an men Square, the Forbidden City and a city tour of Hong Kong
• 4 networking receptions
• Entry fees and registrations for Expo 2010 Shanghai, the Canton Fair, Shanghai Exhibition Centre tradeshows, Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Centre events and AsiaWorld-Expo
• Group meetings with consulates and Chinese trade and investment offices

For more information, please contact:  

Anita Lee, Project Manager 
World Trade Centre Atlantic Canada
T: 902-421-1302 x 2196   F: 902-420-8308  
E: tclns.com