Navigating China’s Business Landscape: Key Insights & Practical Tips

  • Date
    27 March 2025
  • Beijing Time
    18:00 - 19:30
  • Brussels Time
    11:00 - 12:30
  • Location
    Online
  • Venue
    Zoom
  • Open to
    All European SMEs
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On 27 March, the EU SME Centre, in partnership with the Slovak Investment and Trade Development Agency (SARIO), is organising a webinar designed to support SMEs in their journey towards internationalisation to China. This session will offer practical guidance on entering the Chinese market, providing attendees with essential knowledge of current trends, challenges, and opportunities for European SMEs.

Participants will gain valuable best practices to effectively navigate China’s business environment. Join this event to learn more on:

  • China’s current economic and business landscape;
  • Challenges and opportunities for European SMEs in the market;
  • Market entry pathways;
  • Finding partners in China;
  • Conducting due diligence.

This free event is open to all small and medium-sized enterprises from EU Member States and countries participating in the Single Market Programme.

Agenda (Brussels Time / CET)

11:00–11:05

Opening remarks
Michaela Slimáková, Deputy Head, Department of National Project, SARIO
Lukáš Merga, Consultant, Foreign Trade Department, SARIO

11:05–11:15

Presentation of SARIO
Michaela Slimáková, Deputy Head, Department of National Project, SARIO
Lukáš Merga, Consultant, Foreign Trade Department, SARIO

11:15–11:25

Presentation of the EU SME Centre

11:25–12:15

Navigating China’s Business Landscape: Key Insights & Practical Tips
Weronika Gryglaszewska, Business Advisor, EU SME Centre

12:15–12:25

Discussion and Q&A

12:25–12:30

Closing remarks

Keynote speaker
Weronika Gryglaszewska
Business Advisor, EU SME Centre

Weronika is a results-driven professional with a diverse background encompassing market analysis, export strategies, and navigating regulatory landscapes. Cross-cultural communication skills and experience in both government and private sectors qualify her to support business growth.

From 2021 to 2023, she served as the Second Secretary for Agriculture at the Embassy of the Republic of Poland in China. In this role, she specialised in analysing export opportunities, facilitating collaborations within the EU, and organising webinars, including on the CIFER system. She provided key support to Polish F&B companies seeking to expand internationally.

Weronika holds a Master’s degree in Cultural Studies and a Postgraduate degree in International Accounting, which complement her expertise in international trade and business development.

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