Objectives

We contribute to strengthening and enhancing the Sino-Swiss economic relations within six provinces in South China. Nine cities (Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Foshan, Dongguan, etc.) among the dynamic Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area represent a major trade and innovation hub in China. Fujian, Hunan, Jiangxi, Hainan and Guangxi enjoy fast development on machinery and equipment manufacturing, or have well-established tourism economy. In cooperation with the Swiss Business Hub, we support Swiss companies to establish contacts and to promote Swiss exports. Since 2010, China has been Switzerland’s most important trading partner in Asia. The Sino-Swiss Free Trade Agreement, China’s first such treaty with a continental European country, has entered into force on July 1st 2014.

Tasks

• Inform Swiss authorities and other stakeholders about the development of economy, policy and regulation happening in the consular district  
• Organize bilateral visits on all governmental levels and assist Swiss delegations in the consular district
• Provide Swiss companies with relevant information on the Chinese economy, and support them in dealing with Chinese authorities, if necessary, carry out interventions and help to arrange and facilitate meetings with Chinese counterparts
• Participate in official economic, business and networking events, seminars and briefings to maintain business relations with Chinese authorities, Chambers of Commerce, national and international organizations

Your contacts

Economic Section

Mr. Gerd Yongfeng Chen
Economic Officer
yongfeng.chen@eda.admin.ch