Chopsticks Events

We have been welcoming guests to our China-related events since the start of China's global rise in 1993. Consequently our network is built upon face:face meetings and trusted relationships.

Our members want to understand how to do business in China and how to do business in the UK. We deliver on that need by sharing insight from leading experts and peers, generating debate and discussion, sharing insight into Chinese and British culture. We run various speaker events and debates adopting different styles to meet specific aims and suit diverse audiences. From our regular dinner-speaker events to round-table, intimate discussions for senior executives on relevant trends and current affairs to high-profile networking conferences, we offer something for every personal preference and budget. We partner with brands eager to inform an audience about the rapid changes in China that effect trade and geo-politics or who wish to reach a specific target audience.

Previous Events

Webinar: Should the UK de-couple from China?

Webinar: Should the UK decouple from China? Speakers: Jeff Cao, Clare Pearson & Wang Liwei. Moderator: H-J Colston-Inge

Webinar: HK & its future

Speakers: Dr Tim Summer, Dr George Lee Moderator: Theresa Booth

Fascinating insights and comments on the current situation in Hong Kong regarding the protests and the National Security Legislation.

UK-China Relations after the impact of Covid-19

In conversation with Dr Kerry Brown & Richard Graham as speakers to answer the question: “In light of Covid-19, should the UK get more China-literate?” To watch the video see https://youtu.be/RGvpAGhQs3I

Trumped ! Trade, China & the changing world order - Business Breakfast

Panel Discussion

How the US Election & Brexit impact on China's ascendancy, trade and geopolitics? FREE event but pre-registration is essential. Priority for Chopsticks Club members.

The Impact of Xi Jinping's State Visit

With a panel of experts, the various ramifications of President Xi's state visit for both sides of the UK-China relationship were discussed.

Engaging with the Chinese Private Sector

High profile networking conference with Hurun Report and Chinese billionaires, supported by Chopsticks Club, June 2015 Unique opportunity to engage with the people whose business success tells the story of modern China "There are currently 350 Chinese US$ billionaires listed in the Hurun China Rich List.

China goes global

"In China, the concept of PR means 'pay the reporter!'" Not so in the West, obviously! Our speaker highlighted 5 key relationships that are needed in order to get things right; cited how important it is for brands to be managed well and how a "hands-off" approach to management will make the local company entity run most efficiently.

Manage risk when entering China

Panel discussion with Chopsticks Club Joint CEO Theresa Booth, business consultants Jeremy Gordon and Matthew Crabbe, July 2014 Chaired by Club CEO, Theresa Booth, our speakers entered into an animated interview dialogue regarding market entry into China. The discussion highlighted how much due diligence and on-the-ground research can minimise threats to investment.