Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Michael Yeoh

Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Michael Yeoh, Chairman of the World Chinese Economic Forum (WCEF) and CEO, Asian Strategy & Leadership Institute has confirmed that all is in readiness for the 2014 Forum that will be held in Chongqing, China December 4 & 5.

The theme of the 2014 WCEF is China, ASEAN and World Economy – China’s New Global Role, Achieving Balanced Growth & Sharing Mutual Prosperity.

Now in its 6^th year, the event is acknowledged as the leading annual Forum promoting closer linkages between China and SE Asia, the West as well as the global Chinese Diaspora.

Melbourne was the first international city to host the WCEF in 2012 and over 400 delegates, VIPs and MPs from 20 countries attended to hear high profile, distinguished, expert speakers and presenters representing government, business and academia deliver thought provoking and informative insights into an exciting new era of prosperity that will be acknowledged by history as the Asian Century.

“The objective of the Forum is to promote the new Silk Road between China and SE Asia and this is consistent with China President Xi Jinping’s new Maritime Silk Road initiative”, said Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Michael Yeoh.

“The program for the 2014 WCEF recognises China’s emergence as a global economic powerhouse – the world’s 2^nd largest economy and the business and investment opportunities available in China”.

Former Prime Minister of Malaysia, HE Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad will deliver the keynote speech at the gala dinner to celebrate the first day of the Forum.

This will be followed by the presentation of Lifetime Achievement Awards by Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia HE Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin.  The Deputy Prime Minister will deliver the keynote address the next day during the official Opening Ceremony.

Some of the topics that will be addressed at the December Forum include –

• China’s role in the world and regional economy – prospects & opportunities in new China century
• Urbanisation, cities and property development – new challenges, trends & opportunities
• Growing global and regional business – key success factors for business & entrepreneurs
• Bridging the infrastructure and logistics gap – enhancing connectivity & supply chains
• Business investment opportunities in Chongqing

An excursion program is available on Saturday December 6 for attendees to visit nearby industry parks.

Furthermore, the Forum aims to provide a platform for sharing of ideas, experiences and insights – including the strengthening of business ties and relationships through the Forum’s program that includes many opportunities for person to person engagement through the many networking / social events.

A Business Matching Lounge will assist attendees to connect with fellow participants from different countries and it is hoped that the facility will encourage relationships to be established that will result in business, commercial / economic exchanges and collaborative alliances.

The WCEF is supported by government, business, academia and think tank leaders in China, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar, Britain, Germany, Switzerland and USA.

“The countries of the Asia Pacific region and China share a strong and rapidly escalating economic relationship that through further strengthening and deepening will deliver sustained trade and mutually beneficial long term economic prosperity.”

“The 6^th World Chinese Economic Forum is a significant event and an opportunity to shape future economic and political agendas with China through the exchange of views, information, experience, expertise and insights that will provide a foundation to boost future growth and bi lateral trade prospects”, concluded Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Michael Yeoh.

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