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2 Why China? The Chinese market has emerged as a fast growing economy in recent years. Its rapid urbanization and recent development of science and technology contribute to position China as one of the key new innovation powers in Asia and even in the world. Growing market opportunities for a great variety of sectors. Hub of science and technology development, innovation activities, technology transfer, among others. Beijing: center of politics and education; home to key science and technology institutions, innovation centres and science parks. Tianjin: hub city for international shipping and logistics, modern manufacturing and research and development 2

3 China Map Beijing Tianjin 3

Overview of Beijing The capital city of the People s Republic of China, Beijing (Pequim) is a fast-growing, dynamic metropolis that, while courting foreign businesses and visitors, maintains a firm

4 Overview of Beijing The capital city of the People s Republic of China, Beijing (Pequim) is a fast-growing, dynamic metropolis that, while courting foreign businesses and visitors, maintains a firm grip on its rich cultural heritage. The population of Beijing is over 19 million. Beijing is a modern city with high-rise buildings, shopping malls and vast international hotels connected by an intricate freeway system running throughout the city. In rush hour, traffic jams can match those of any major city around the world. Beijing is at its best in late spring and autumn, as the days are pleasantly warm. The heat and humidity of the summers and the biting wind in winter can be extreme. 4

Tianjin is a dual-core city, with its main urban area (including the old city) located along the Hai River; and Binhai, a New Area urban core located east of the old city, on the coast of

5 Overview of Tianjin Tianjin is a metropolis in northern China and one of the five national central cities of the People's Republic of China (PRC). With a population of over 12 million, Tianjin is the fourth largest in China. Tianjin is a dual-core city, with its main urban area (including the old city) located along the Hai River; and Binhai, a New Area urban core located east of the old city, on the coast of Bohai Sea. Many Fortune 500 companies have set up base in Binhai, which is a new growth pole in China and is a hub of advanced industry and financial activity. The city has many sights. The dense network of ex-concession streets south and west of the central train station, and south of the Hai River, now constitute the areas of most interest to visitors. 5

6 What's in for you Beijing International Technology Transfer Congress 2015 (ITTC 2015): B2B matchmaking, parallel sessions by sector, networking and partnering meetings. Face to face meetings with selected Chinese Innovation leaders and key stakeholders. Direct Access to leading science parks, incubators & technology transfer organizations. Culture insights & social programme. 6

7 Agenda City Date Activities Sunday April 19 th Arrival in Beijing Beijing Tianjin Europe Monday April 20 th Tuesday April 21 st Wednesday April 22 nd Thursday April 23 rd Friday April 24 th Saturday April 25 th Pick-up at the hotel Visit to International Technology Transfer Centre (ITTC), Tsinghua Unviersity Campus Tour in Tsinghua University Lunch Visit to Haidian Science Park Visit to International Technology Transfer Network (ITTN) Participation in China (Beijing) International Technology Transfer Convention Opening ceremony - Parallel sessions - Networking Participation in China (Beijing) International Technology Transfer Convention Smart City Sessions - Individualized Healthcare and Future Medical Technology Session - Parallel sessions by sector Visit to China Technology Exchange (CTEX) Lunch Visit to EU SME Centre and China IPR SME Helpdesk (Lecture on IPR issues in China ) Business visit to Tianjin (to be confirmed) Return to Europe 7

8 Europe / Beijing Sunday April 19 th Beijing Monday April 20 th Flights: Departure from Europe on Saturday April 18 th to Beijing, China and arrive on Sunday April 19 th Arrival & check-in at the hotel 8:30 - Pick up at hotel 9:30 - Visit to International Technology Transfer Centre (ITTC), Tsinghua Univ. 11:30 - Campus Tour in Tsinghua Univ. 12:30 - Lunch 14:00 - Visit to Haidian Science Park 16:00 - Visit to International Technology Transfer Network (ITTN) 8

International Technology Transfer Center (ITTC), Tsinghua University Serving as a bridge between technology and economy and between China and the world, the ITTC is dedicated to providing licensing,

9 International Technology Transfer Center (ITTC), Tsinghua University Serving as a bridge between technology and economy and between China and the world, the ITTC is dedicated to providing licensing, consulting and marketing services for Chinese and overseas enterprises. ITTC is a state-run technology transfer center recognized by the China State Economic & Trade Commission and the Ministry of Education of China. It is also a supporting unit of international technology cooperation designated by the Ministry of Science & Technology of China. In order to develop and promote international technology transfer, as the biggest company shareholder, Tsinghua University initiated and founded Coway International TechTrans Co., Ltd. Tsinghua University entrusts the company to commercialize its scientific and technological achievements, and carry out technology commercialization and management of ITTC. More info: 9

10 Haidian Science Park (HSP) Zhongguancun HSP was originally called the Beijing New Technology Industrial Development and Experimental Zone, which was China's first state-run hightech development zone. It has relied on several universities and research institutes such as Peking University, Tsinghua University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The park covers an area of 133 square kilometers while hosting over 15,000 enterprises. On January 31 st, 2007, SPI signed a cooperation agreement with HSP in the areas of Science & Technology and Education. The signing ceremony was held in the People s Palace in Beijing with the presence of the Chinese Prime More info: Minister Wen Jiabao and the Portuguese Prime Minister José Sócrates. 10

11 International Technology Transfer Network (ITTN) ITTN, guided and sponsored by Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission, is a leading organization which aims to promote international technology transfer. ITTN was initially founded by Beijing Technology Exchange & Promotion Center (BTEC), in association with technology transfer professionals both at domestic and overseas, with the mission of building up a service platform for international cooperation in technology transfer and joint innovation, fostering and generating close partnerships beyond national borders. ITTN focuses on the China strategic emerging industries such as New energy, Energy-saving & environment-friendly, New energy vehicle, New material, Bio-pharm, Advanced equipment manufacturing, New generation of IT, and Modern agri-tech. More info: 11

12 Beijing Tuesday April 21 st China (Beijing) International Technology Transfer Convention 2015: o Opening ceremony o Parallel sessions: - Asia Europe S&T Meeting - IP Strategy in Global Innovation Collaboration - Global Innovative Talents Cooperation - Entrepreneurial Training for International Talents to China - Internationalization and Transnational Cooperation of S&T Parks - Internationalization and Transnational Cooperation of High-tech Enterprises o Networking 12

13 Beijing Wednesday April 22 nd China (Beijing) International Technology Transfer Convention 2015: o Smart City Sessions o Individualized Healthcare and Future Medical Technology Session o Parallel sessions by sector: - Beautiful life and green agriculture - Ecological city and green building - Wearable medical equipment and Intelligent health - Micro-electronics and chips technology - Energy saving and environmental protection technology - New energy vehicle - New material and 3D printing 13

14 Beijing Thursday April 23 rd Visit to China Technology Exchange (CTEX) Visit to EU SME Centre and China IPR SME Helpdesk 14

15 China Technology Exchange (CTEX) CTEX, founded on August 13 th 2009, is a joint established and funded by Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST), State Intellectual Property Office (SIPO), Beijing Municipal Government and China Academy of Science. CTEX is the only National-Level Organization/Association approved by the Premier of the State Council, People s Republic of China, focusing on technology exchange and innovation related services. CTEX could provide match-making services, IP Protection services, due diligence, exhibition/tour B2B services, government affairs, PR services and investment/fund raising services. More info: en.ctex.cn CTEX has 5 focus fields: Pharm/Medical Devices, Agro-tech & Food safety, ICT, Green Building Technologies, Environment Protection. 15

16 EU SME Centre The EU SME Centre is a Support Service Provider for European Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) facilitating market access in China. The Centre provides free of charge, practical information, advice and business tools to better prepare SMEs to develop their business and tackle challenges faced in the Chinese market. Boasting a strong team of in-house market access advisors and specialists, the Centre provides relevant, hands-on support services to EU SMEs wishing to export to or invest in China, covering the areas of Business Development, Standards and Conformity, Legal issues, Human Resources and Training. Moreover, the Centre acts as a platform which facilitates coordination amongst Member State services and guides SMEs to other specialized European public and private sector service providers. More info: 16

17 China IPR SME Helpdesk The China IPR SME Helpdesk supports SMEs from the European Union (EU) to both protect and enforce their Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in or concerning China, through the provision of free information and services. These take the form of jargon-free, first-line, confidential advice on intellectual property and related issues, plus training, materials and online resources. The China IPR SME Helpdesk project is funded by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Enterprise and Industry under the Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Programme (CIP) and builds on the achievements of a pilot project carried out between 2008 and The current project runs from December 2010 December 2013, and comprises a total budget of EUR 3,000,000 over the three year period. More info: 17

18 Tianjin Friday April 24 th Visit to the local science parks and hightech companies B2B matchmaking Culture insights & social program Beijing / Europe Saturday April 25 th Flight back to Europe 18

19 Direction to Hotel Hotel Beijing Crown Plaza, Zhongguancun ( 中关村假日皇冠酒店 ) Address: No. 106 Zhi Chun Road Hai Dian District ( 北京市海淀区知春路 106 号 ) Phone: To a taxi driver: Please take me to Crown Plaza Zhongguancun, thanks 请带我去中关村皇冠假日酒店, 谢谢! Check in: April 19 th ; Check out: April 25 th Early reservation discount rate available for participants! 19

20 Dinner Suggestions Beijing Roast Duck Nuage (Vietnamese cuisine) Stone boat bar Aperitivo 20

SPI Contacts SPI headquarters Avenida Marechal Gomes da Costa, 1376

21 SPI Contacts SPI headquarters Avenida Marechal Gomes da Costa, Porto Portugal Sara Medina 21

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