Upcoming Events
- Memorial to the Chinese Labour Corps— Charity Soft Launch & Fundraising DinnerWed 10 SeptBirmingham
Previous Events
ECBF Chinese New Year Dinner
To welcome in the Year of the Snake, a Chinese New Year Dinner of cultural celebration, networking, and community spirit was held on 11 February, 2025 at the Chinese Community Centre – Birmingham (CCC-B). Hosted by England China Business Forum (ECBF), there was a wonderful Chinese meal prepared by the talented chefs of the CCC-B, and a cultural dance performance by the CCC-B Wan Sheung Dance Group. There was also a raffle to support the Chinese Labour Corps Memorial Statue with numerous prizes on offer. Richard Parker, the Mayor of the West Midlands, was guest of honour for the evening.
Future perspectives: Tech evolution in China and the UK
On 23 October 2024 we hosted a hybrid event in Birmingham in collaboration with Browne Jacobson, entitled Future perspectives: Tech evolution in China and the UK. Speakers included Richard Nicholas on Legal and practical considerations from AI projects, Chris Magennis from Avail on how the fast pace of AI innovation is causing issues for product providers and their clients, and Maria Amelia Odetti from Adiacent International who provided insight into the Chinese government's support for generative AI, and the role of AI in China's digital landscape. The hybrid event attracted attendees in-person and online.
Reception at Innholders Hall
On 3 July 2024, ECBF hosted a drinks and canapes reception at the prestigious Innholders Hall London attended by about 25 guests. The evening saw the launch of the Chinese Labour Corps Memorial initiative by Bill Good of China West Midlands Group with ECBF as the national sponsor for the CLC Memorial project. The evening was also ingrated by prolific author, Mark O'Neill as our guest speaker to promote his latest book "The Island".
Welcoming Xiangxi Delegation
On behalf of ECBF, James, Angela, Zo and Nancy attended a welcoming event in conjunction with the visit from the trade and tourism delegation from Xiangxi, Hunan. Special thanks to Zo and colleagues at Browne Jacobson for hosting the meeting. ECBF looks forward to continuing dialogue and co-operation with Xiangxi businesses..
