Inter-Chamber SME Working Group meeting: AI in Practice–Smart Manufacturing and SME Innovation

For many SMEs, the key question is no longer whether to use AI, but where to start - and how to do it effectively and compliantly. In China, rapid AI adoption in smart manufacturing and business operations brings opportunities, yet data, IP, and regulatory differences add complexity for European SMEs.
To address this, the EU SME Centre and the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China invite you to a report sharing session in Guangzhou. The session features a practical presentation of the Guide on Artificial Intelligence & IP by China IP SME Helpdesk, covering key IP risks, protection strategies, and compliance pathways - with a focus on China.
Drawing on experiences from South China and the Greater Bay Area - a global hub for manufacturing and digital innovation - the session offers actionable insights for SMEs across China on testing, applying, and scaling AI solutions.

Programme Overview

14:00 – 14:40  AI & Robotics Innovation Tour
Visit the AI and robotics application exhibition at Pazhou Modfang, followed by a briefing on Pazhou’s digital economy ecosystem and AI development initiatives.
Format: In-person only

14:40 – 15:00  Transfer to Conference Venue
Transfer from Pazhou Modfang to Ascott Pazhou Conference Centre (approximately 12 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by vehicle).
Format: In-person only

15:00 – 15:30  Networking Coffee Break
Coffee and networking session at the Conference Centre (24th Floor, Ascott Pazhou).
Format: In-person only

15:30 – 17:00  Closed-Door AI Session: Smart Manufacturing and Innovation for SMEs
An interactive discussion focusing on practical AI applications, intellectual property considerations, smart manufacturing, and innovation opportunities for European SMEs operating in China.
Format: Hybrid (In-person + Online via Microsoft Teams)

17:00 – 17:30  Industry Exchange with AI Companies
In-depth discussions with two leading AI enterprises to explore technology trends, business applications, and potential collaboration opportunities.
Format: In-person only