Chinese Biotech sector, an Assessment of the Opportunities for EU SMEs

This webinar is structured to provide a detailed analysis of the biotech industry in China, focusing on market dynamics, regulatory challenges, and strategic entry points for foreign businesses. The session begins with a comprehensive market overview, examining the size and ecosystem of China's biotech sector, including an assessment of the economic and political factors influencing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and recent market trends. Moreover, this section will focus on the practical aspects of setting up or expanding operations within the Chinese market, specifically exploring the various forms of collaboration available to foreign enterprises. Key points to be discussed include the crucial strategies for successfully partnering with Chinese companies, which hinge on understanding local business practices and establishing mutual trust and clear communication. This segment thus aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the Chinese business environment effectively.

The second segment of the webinar addresses the practicalities of establishing operations in China. It covers critical aspects such as intellectual property rights, regulatory frameworks, and patent protection under Chinese national policies. Practical advice on managing intellectual property and insights into various collaboration types and contractual considerations for setting up or expanding in China will be discussed.

In this event, we are collborating with Genopole and the EU SME Center.