Pre-Two Sessions Macro-Economy and Business Strategy Briefing (In-person Only)

The first quarter of 2025 has introduced new challenges for US firms in China. With the levying of new tariffs, uncertainty regarding the evolving US policy towards China, and concerns of increased geopolitical tension, the ability to craft a clear business strategy that can weather these potential storms is key to remain resilient as a global business.

As anticipation builds for the upcoming Two Sessions meetings in Beijing, the US-China Business Council (USCBC) invites you to participate in an engaging discussion led by an expert panel that will delve into the intricacies of the current situation in China. This exclusive session will provide a comprehensive overview of the economy and issues impacting foreign businesses in China. Experts will address prevailing domestic trends shaping China’s economic and policy landscape along with an overview of the geopolitical dynamics being discussed by top business leaders. Participants can expect valuable insights into key concerns and possible opportunities that should shape strategic business planning prior to the 2025 Two Sessions.

 Speakers Introduction:

• HUANG Yutao, Institute of World Economics and Politics, China Academy of Social Sciences
  • Huang earned a PhD from Oxford University specializing in research on international political economy and international organizations in 2021. He then joined the China Academy of Social Sciences’ Institute of World Economics and Politics as a research fellow to continue his study of China’s economy and international economic institutions.

• Peter ZYSK, Partner, Insight Asia-Pacific Lead, Beijing, Brunswick Group
  • Mr. Zysk is also a founding member of the Brunswick Insight team and lead of Brunswick’s “China Sentiment Survey.” He employs a wide variety of research methodologies, opinion research, and analytics capabilities to advise multinational companies on their positioning in Asia and Chinese companies on their international expansion strategies and positioning. By examining critical issues facing China in light of research and analysis on interconnecting global markets, Peter is able to offer stakeholders a clear picture of the world around them.
• GU Qiang, Senior Managing Director & Head of Beijing, Teneo
  • Gu has over 20 years of experience in government affairs, corporate affairs, policy advocacy and corporate reputation management. He plays a critical role in advising the firm’s global multinational clients on their business, government affairs and corporate reputation strategy in the Chinese market. Qiang joins Teneo from Microsoft, where he was most recently Head of Government Affairs for China. During his time at Microsoft, Qiang was responsible for government affairs strategy, strategic government partnership, business driven government engagement, policy advocacy and issues management. Prior to his role at Microsoft, Qiang held a similar role at Qualcomm.

Discussion topics:

• China’s macroeconomic outlook for 2025 and beyond.
• Current geopolitical and market risks.
• What the foreign business community should be watching in 2025.
• Policy changes to look out for at the upcoming Two-Sessions.
• The immediate and impending impact of President Trump’s second term on US-China relations.

The deadline to register for this program is Tuesday, February 25, 2025 (5:00 PM China Standard Time)