2025 Business Seminar & Christmas Dinner, Dec 8th 2025

The China-Italy Chamber of Commerce (CICC) is glad to invite you to the event "Italian Business in China: History & Future – China 2026 Outlook – A Year-End Gathering with the Italian Community", taking place on Monday, 8th December 2025.

The event will consist of a business seminar part, which will take place at Jing An Shangri-La (West Shanghai 1218 Middle Yan'an Road, Jing An Kerry Centre on West Nanjing Road - 静安香格里拉大酒店 上海市静安区延安中路1218号) starting from 5pm with registration.

All guests will then be invited to join the Christmas dinner, which will be held in the next-door restaurant, Calypso (No.1218, Yan'an Middle Road, Jing'an Temple Subway Station Entrance & Exit 6 Pedestrian 270 Meters - 上海市静安区延安中路1218号嘉里中心南区广场Calypso地中海餐厅).

This special year-end event will guide participants through a comprehensive journey across the past, present, and future of the Italian business presence in China:

History: an exploration of the origins and evolution of the Italian business community in China

Present: a look back at the key milestones and achievements of 2025, including the Chamber's main activities and the dynamics shaping the current business environment

Future: a forward-looking analysis delivered through KPMG's keynote Decoding China 2025, offering macroeconomic insights, consumer trends, and strategic guidance for multinational companies operating in an increasingly competitive market.

Beyond its content-rich program, the event offers a unique opportunity to engage with the Sino-Italian business community, learn from leading institutions and companies, and celebrate the festive season in a warm and convivial Italian atmosphere.

Why participate?

Join us for an insightful evening: 2025 has been a dynamic year for business in China. This event offers the opportunity to review the Chamber's achievements, celebrate the successes of the business community, and reflect on the year's key trends and challenges. Attendees will also benefit from expert insights provided by KPMG and two distinguished speakers, combining macroeconomic perspective with actionable strategies for investment, localization, and competitiveness. Join us to connect with peers, exchange perspectives, and celebrate the season ahead of Christmas.

This event warmly welcomes CICC Members, Non-Members, and the wider Italian community in China, offering a unique opportunity to come together and celebrate in true Italian style.

EVENT DETAILS

Date:Monday, December 8th, 2025

Time:17:30 – 19:30 Business seminar Session (Registration starts at 17:00) | Jing'An Shangri-la

19:30 - 22:00 Christmas dinner | Calypso Restaurant

Venue:Jing An Shangri-La (West Shanghai 1218 Middle Yan'an Road, Jing An Kerry Centre on West Nanjing Road -

静安香格里拉大酒店 上海市静安区延安中路1218号

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Calypso (No.1218, Yan'an Middle Road, Jing'ansi Subway Station Entrance & Exit 6 Pedestrian 270 Meters -

上海市静安区延安中路1218号嘉里中心南区广场Calypso地中海餐厅)

Format:Offline

Language:English

AGENDA

17:00–17:30 Registration

17:30–17:40 Institutional Remarks

· Tiziana D'Angelo, Consul General of Italy in Shanghai

· Augusto Di Giacinto, Director, Italian Trade Agency (ICE) Shanghai Office - introducing and welcoming the newly appointed Director, Fabio De Cillis

17:40–18:00CICC 2025: Key Takeaways & Presentation of the Research on the History of Italian Business in China

· Lorenzo Riccardi, CICC Chairman

18:00–18:30 KPMG Presentation – Decoding China 2026: Macro Trends, Consumers & Multinationals

· Mark Harrison, Partner & Co-head of Multinational Clients, KPMG China

· Jean-Yves Lavoie, MNC Channel Executive, KPMG China

18:30-18:40 Alibaba Presentation - Unlock a New Wave of Growth: Generative Al for Italian Enterprises in China and Beyond

· Esmie Wanghui, VP of International Business, Regional GM of South Europe, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group

18:40–19:15 Panel Discussion with Industry Experts including:

· Angelo Rossi, CFO Tod's Group

· Enrico Rossi, CFO Asia, Egla

· Esmie Wanghui, VP of International Business, Regional GM of South Europe, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group

· Mario Huang, GM, Intesa Sanpaolo Shanghai branch

Moderator: Fabio Lambertini, CICC Vice-Chairman Eastern China & CEO Ducati China

19:15–19:30 Q&A

19:30–22:00 Christmas Dinner

TICKETS

CICC Members: 700 RMB

CICC Non-Members: 850 RMB

CICC Young Professionals Network: 600 RMB

Any questions? Send us an email to sh.events@cameraitacina.com

CANCELLATION POLICY

Refunds will only be possible if requested 24 hours before the event.

Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai is located in the Jing An Business District, one of Shanghai's most prestigious and fashionable business and commercial districts. The hotel sits on a network of public transportation, including Metro Lines 2, 7 and 14. It is about 45-minute drive from Pudong International Airport and only 20 minutes from Hongqiao Airport via the adjacent elevated Yan'an Middle Ring Road. Set on the 30th to 59th floors of the Jing An Kerry Centre, all 508 guest rooms and suites feature captivating views of the city skyline. Interiors are well-appointed in an elegant, contemporary style, with a bright and airy ambience along with ornate Oriental touches. The hotel has 4,465 square metres of meeting and conference space. This includes the 1,743 square-metre Jing An Grand Ballroom with a 10-metre high ceiling. It also has a roof garden and 1,039 square metres of pre-function space. Another 520 square-metre junior ballroom, and six function rooms totaling 659 square metres, provide for a wide range of events. Our unique Lifestyle Suite provides the perfect combination of intimacy and opulence. Complete with a bar and reception area, living room, dining room and courtyard, the facility offers a first-class experience for board meetings, cocktail parties and other exclusive functions. With a grand ballroom, a junior ballroom and six distinctive function rooms, romantic wedding celebration at Jing'An Shangri-La promises memories to be cherished for a lifetime.

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Known as one of the most popular dining spots in the area, Calypso Restaurant & Lounge offers casual Mediterranean dining with focuses on authentic and rustic Italian specialty. Designed by world-famous architect Shigeru Ban, the venue is housed in an airy two-storey structure, which is modern with detailed traditional touches. Its tall glass panels retract in the warmer months for some great al fresco dining experiences. A temperature-controlled wine cellar.