The Forum was co-hosted by CEEMAN and Antai College of Economics and Management of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and ESSEC Alumni. Organised on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of China–Europe diplomatic relations, the event gathered around 120 distinguished participants, including alumni, senior executives, academics, and selected senior officials.
The Forum opened with remarks by representatives of the organising institutions. The programme featured high-level keynote speeches and panel discussions addressing key developments in China–Europe cooperation, including Panel 1 – Industrial Cooperation and Supply Chains and Panel 2 – Consumption and Brand Interconnection.
The discussions highlighted the importance of technological complementarity, resilient supply chains, evolving consumption patterns, and stronger institutional cooperation between China and Europe. The Forum also reinforced the role of business schools and alumni networks as important platforms for dialogue and long-term collaboration.
A special moment of the Forum was the recognition of the Antai Global Alumni European Chapter Ambassadors, further strengthening ties within the international community.
CEEMAN expresses its sincere appreciation to all speakers, participants, and partners for their valuable contributions. We thank Antai College of Economics and Management, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and ESSEC Alumni for their excellent cooperation and commitment to delivering a high-quality and impactful event.
The Forum represents an important step in strengthening CEEMAN’s engagement in China–Europe dialogue and expanding opportunities for collaboration across its global network.