EVENT UPDATE – RESCHEDULED TO OCTOBER 6, 2026

Bridge to Shanghai: Business Opportunities with China

Curious about what's next in the China market?

Join us for an engaging in-person forum exploring new opportunities in one of the world's most dynamic markets.

Whether your company is already active in China or is considering entering the market for the first time, this event offers valuable insights into emerging trends, practical business strategies, and the evolving opportunities shaping international trade.

A business delegation from Shanghai, organized by the Shanghai NGO Network for International Exchanges (SHNIE), will present the latest findings from its research on the China International Import Expo (CIIE)—China's premier international trade exhibition. The delegation will discuss emerging market trends, China's changing business environment, and how the priorities outlined in China's forthcoming 15th Five-Year Plan are expected to create new opportunities for international companies.

Distinguished speakers will also include representatives from the Office of International Affairs, the Office of Mayor Karen Bass, and the Port of Los Angeles, who will share perspectives on international commerce, global supply chains, cross-border investment, and the expanding opportunities for U.S.–China business cooperation.

The program will conclude with a networking reception, providing participants with the opportunity to exchange ideas, establish valuable connections, and engage directly with business executives, industry experts, trade professionals, and members of the visiting Shanghai delegation.

Who Should Attend

• Business owners and entrepreneurs
• Importers, exporters, and manufacturers
• Investors and trade professionals
• Economic development organizations
• Companies interested in expanding into the Chinese market
• Chinese companies seeking partnerships in the United States

Why Attend

Gain firsthand insights into China's evolving business landscape.

Learn about opportunities arising from the China International Import Expo (CIIE).

Understand how China's 15th Five-Year Plan may influence international business.

Hear directly from government and trade leaders on U.S.–China economic cooperation.

Build meaningful relationships with business leaders from both the United States and China.

Discover practical strategies for developing successful partnerships in one of the world's largest markets.

About the Organizers

In Collaboration with

• Shanghai NGO Network for International Exchanges (SHNIE)

Organized by

• Shanghai Huaxia Institute for Economic Development
• Network of America China Commerce (NOACC)
• Sino-America Business Development Company, Los Angeles

Supporting Organizations

• Cathay Bank
• The Port of Los Angeles
• Shanghai Magnolia International Exchange Foundation
• Shanghai Diamond Exchange
• Bay Area Council (California, USA)

Supporting Organizations

• Arion SS
• ThunderEX
• Xavvi
• Zipto