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In Australia this week, the dollar hit a three-month high of 107US
cents, with federal government and opposition reaffirming their
commitment to the manufacturing industry.
AustCham Shanghai looks forward to a fantastic Year of the
Dragon. With staff movement common after Chinese New Year, members
and guests are encouraged to attend a seminar on effectively using
social media in recruitment next Wednesday 8 February.
To kick off the Construction & Property Industry Committee
2012 events calendar, join corporate members to discuss the
current China property and regulatory environment on Thursday 9
February.
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Get involved in AustCham
Shanghai's Linked In and Weibo online communities
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AustCham Shanghai's community is
alive and kicking online and welcomes you to join the action.
Our member-only Linked In group has 131 members, with everyone
welcome to post links, stories, and begin and contribute to
discussions on topical issues. To request to join
click here.
Our newly-launched Weibo group has been launched specifically
for our Mandarin-speaking members and friends. Click here to follow
us.
For assistance to join our Linked In group contact Emily Dunn.
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China law expert to speak
on 'current China property market and regulatory environment'
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AustCham Shanghai looks forward
to welcoming Andrew McGinty, Managing Partner of Hogan Lovells,
Shanghai to present on recent developments, restrictions and
opportunities within the China real estate market.
"Our discussion will cover a
range of topics, including China's measures to restrict foreign
investment in real estate, and the importance of Chinese Government
policies in making a real estate project investment decision."
"We will also outline the
Property Tax Pilot Schemes in Shanghai and Chongqing, and identify
current opportunities within the market, such as joint ventures
with domestic partners seeking to receive cash injections for
troubled projects."
This Construction & Property Industry Committee event for
corporate members only will be held in the AustCham Shanghai office
on Thursday 9 February, 8-10am. For details and to RSVP
click here.
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M on the Bund to host
Shanghai International Literary Festival 2012
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M on the Bund is gearing up for its 10th annual Shanghai
International Literary Festival from 2-18 March.
The festival hosts more than 60 well-known writers for book
readings and talks. Featured authors include bestselling author Amy
Tan, Pulitzer Prize recipient Edward P. Jones, and cartoonist Matt
Groening.
Michelle Garnaut, founder of M Restaurants and the Shanghai
International Literary Festival, said: "This annual event is a
highlight for lovers of literature and all kinds of books, really.
With 55 sessions on topics ranging from food to economics,
exploration, music, fiction and current affairs, as well as
workshops and a performance by the world famous all-author band,
the Rock Bottom Remainders, there will be something for
everyone."
For a full list of writers and more information
click here.
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CatererGoodman Partners
opens new office in Bund district
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Financial consultancy CatererGoodman Partners has this week opened
a new office in the Guangming Tower in Shanghai's Bund
district.
Founding Partner Owen Caterer said: "This location provides
fantastic accessibility for our clients, being just a 20 minute
drive from Hongqiao or Pudong's Jinqiao, and is more than double
the size of our previous office to support the continued growth of
our business."
"We are focused on providing full transparent financial advice
for long-term expatriates and returnee Chinese, and look forward to
continuing to service the Australian community."
To read more click
here.
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Event Calendar
February 2012
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