China International Fair for Trade in Services

CHINA (BEIJING) INTERNATIONAL FAIR FOR TRADE IN SERVICES May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

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Trade in services

Discover the opportunities presented to those attending CIFTIS

04 About CIFTIS

Everything you need to know about the China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services

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Open for business

Ireland’s strong trading links with China are key to economic recovery

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Your gateway to a world of wonder

Make your journey to Beijing a seamless one with this guide to travelling to China

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Discovering the northern capital

Plan your stay in Beijing – one of the most historic and impressive cities in the world

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China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

Trade in services New vision, new opportunities, new development

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(Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services is an annual event taking place from May 28 to June 1 and is permanently based in Beijing. Hosted by the Ministry of Commerce and organised by the People’s Government of Beijing Municipality, CIFTIS is on track to be the world’s only national-level, international and comprehensive transaction platform for trade in services covering all 12 sub-sectors. It also serves as an interface for business talks, a window for policy release, and a bridge linking companies from all over the world.

The services industries and trade in services have developed tremendously in China in recent years. In 2010 the value added to the Chinese service industry was 17.1 trillion Yuan, accounting for 43 per cent of the national GDP. China has become the world’s fourth largest exporter and the third largest importer in trade in services, which is why CIFTIS is taking place in Beijing, facilitating the sharing of ideas, and promoting collaboration and the creation of value to advance global trade in services.

New vision

With the theme of Trade in Services: New Vision, New Opportunities, New Development, the inaugural CIFTIS fair consists of six parts: opening ceremony, summit forum, specialised trade talks, a comprehensive exhibition, themed promotion

and authoritative information release.

Chinese state leaders will address the high-profile opening ceremony which will be attended by Chinese and foreign political leaders, heads of international organisations and senior executives of multinational corporations.

New opportunities

The summit forum consists of a highlevel forum and several sub-forums.

Chinese and foreign ministers, mayors, renowned experts, scholars and corporate executives will have in-depth discussions on key development areas, emerging issues and trends in the services industry.

Specialised trade talks are the core part of CIFTIS, organised into various sub-sectors covering the industry’s 12 major categories.

Project and purchasing managers of many multinational corporations and domestic and foreign specialised purchasers will bring projects and purchasing orders to be announced here, promoting project collaboration and match-making and improving the effectiveness of trade talks.

The comprehensive exhibition will be organised into country, province and municipality, and Chinese and foreign multinational corporation exhibition areas.

It is planned to invite countries, regions, provinces and municipalities with developed

services trade as well as multinational corporations to take part in the exhibition and exchange of achievements and innovations.

Themed promotions include featured days for municipalities, provinces and countries, and project promotion. Press conferences are planned for the Ministry of Commerce, international organisations, and nationallevel service trade industry associations to release information on relevant policies.

The venue of the inaugural CIFTIS is the China National Convention Centre (CNCC).

It is divided into the exhibition area and the conference area. The 40,000 square metre exhibition area occupies the first floor. This will mainly be used for international feature days, province and municipality theme days, special exhibitions of multinational corporations and major sectors of the service trade, while floor B1 will be mainly used for business negotiations.

The CNCC’s largest banquet hall can accommodate 3,500 guests and will be used to host the opening ceremony, summit forums, themed promotions and press conferences.

New development

CIFTIS welcomes international organisations to hold high-level forums on key issues of international trade in services; famed international exhibitions and fairs to showcase their event or set up a China Station; Chinese provinces and cities (including Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan)

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and overseas professional organisations to send delegates; foreign governments (central and local) and Chinese provinces and cities to hold theme day events; Chinese and foreign service companies to take part in the comprehensive exhibition and government agencies, associations and corporations to give press conferences. The organising committee will provide free conference rooms, reduce or exempt exhibition expenses and cover transport and accommodation costs of VIPs from qualified organisations.

The China National Convention Centre is located in the centre of the Beijing Olympic Green, neighbouring the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube, 26 kilometres from the Capital Airport.

With more than 1,000 underground parking spaces, CNCC provides WLAN WIFI and six different ADSL internets covering the entire area. Within a short distance of the CNCC you will find over 20 hotels of 3-star or higher grade.

Contact information Host: Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China Organiser: The People’s Government of Beijing Municipality Date: May 28th to June 1st 2012 Location: China National Convention Centre, Beijing, China Web: www.ciftis.org Tel: 0086 10 5826 0973 E-mail: office@ciftis.org

China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services Everything you need to know about CIFTIS

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China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

CIFTIS

is a fair which acts as an international comprehensive service trading platform of national grade.

It is hosted by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China and organised by the People’s Government of Beijing Municipality to be held in the China National Convention Centre (CNCC) on May 28th every year, for the duration of five days.

If you are in the service industry, CIFTIS is a must-see exhibition as the world’s only national, international and comprehensive transaction platform with coverage of all 12 sub-sectors of trade in services. The fair will provide a platform for negotiating and trading; a window to the discussion and promulgation of international service trade policies and a bridge connecting service industries worldwide.

What is CIFTIS?

The fair provides the only comprehensive platform covering 12 sub-sectors including business services, communication, construction and related engineering, financial services, tourism and travel-related services, recreational, cultural and sporting services, transportation, health-related

and social services, education, distribution, environmental services and other services.

CIFTIS will be comprised of a highlevel forum and trade talks. The former will facilitate discussion and exchange on system, mechanism and standards for the international service trade, while the latter will combine online and on-site trade talks based on the 12 fields of the service trade, Chinese cities comprehensive trade talks, and international comprehensive trade talks.

The fair will provide a platform for negotiating and trading; a window to the discussion and promulgation of international service trade policies and a bridge connecting service industries worldwide.

Who will be at CIFTIS?

Among those attending the grand opening ceremony and the summit forum will be a number of China’s state leaders, the Chinese Minister for Commerce, the Mayor of Beijing, heads of Chinese national associations for various industries, executives of top Chinese companies in trade in services, as well as state leaders of many other countries, executives of international government organisations (IGOs), Fortune 500 entrepreneurs, heads of world leading industry associations, and economists with influence in policy making.

Professionals engaging in the 12 subsectors of trade in services from around the world will each participate in the

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relevant trade talks and topic conferences.

Over 30,000 professionals are expected to attend CIFTIS during the five-day event.

Where will it take place?

This exciting international fair will take place in the China National Convention Centre (CNCC). Located in the heart of Beijing Olympic Green, the CNCC houses a total of 40,000 square metres of exhibition space.

The impressive CNCC holds over 100 conference rooms of various sizes, each of which are fitted with the latest audio-visual facilities and digital hard disk recording devices. The 6,400 square meter plenary hall can cater to 6,000 delegates while the 4,860 square meter ballroom is suitable for banquets of up to 3,500 people. Fully-equipped VIP rooms, business centres and other essential conference facilities are all under the same roof.

Sitting in the centre of the Olympic commercial circle, the CNCC boasts an enviable location. It is only a 30-minute drive to the airport and the subway station is connected with CNCC’s basement which enables easy access to the city centre, railway stations and airport. Multiple bus routes also serve the CNCC.

China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

Accommodation nearby is plentiful. Within a one-kilometre radius you will find three five-star hotels, seven four-star hotels and more than 10 three-star hotels and serviced apartments, totalling over 5,000 rooms.

Shopping, entertainment, dining and meeting service facilities are easily available nearby.

What privileges are extended to those attending CIFTIS?

The CIFTIS organising committee is ready to offer a thorough service to participants from all over the world. This will include, but will not be limited to, registration guidance, search for transportation routes, hotel and flight booking and conference inquires.

Many privileges will be extended to those attending CIFTIS in May. For international government organisations and large trade in services associations venues will be provided for their respective forum, along with exhibition and meeting services. Return tickets, chauffeur-driven transport and accommodation throughout their stay, as well as VIP status at the opening ceremony and other events will be arranged.

Famed international and domestic exhibitions which plan to set up at the China

In the enormous 35,000 square metre exhibition hall at the China National Convention Centre, you will witness the world’s largest comprehensive trade in services carnival.

Station at CIFTIS will receive necessary policy support which will be decided on a case-bycase basis. Certain space and financial support will be provided (specific square meters to be confirmed based on actual requirements).

Eligibility for this category will be determined by the Organising Committee of CIFTIS. Successful bidders for operating the events for the 12 sub-sectors of trade in services will receive either a reduction in or partpayment of the booth rental fee or meeting venue fee. Exhibition and meeting services for professional seminars and case conferences will be provided, as well as accommodation for key guests invited by these operating organisations, who are also invited to opening ceremony and other events. Operating organisers will also receive assistance in press coverage.

Confirmed qualified professional buyers will benefit from buyer information release areas and private negotiation rooms, accommodation, invitation to the opening ceremony and assistance in press coverage upon the buyer’s request.

Operating organisers for Topic Days (overseas and domestic cities, overseas government delegations or overseas industrial associations at a national, continental or global

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level) will have a meeting room provided for Topic Days and assistance in press coverage.

What to expect when you attend CIFTIS

During your stay at the five-day China International Fair for Trade in Services you may witness an extraordinary grand opening ceremony or submerge yourself in the summit organised by international government organisations. You may experience first-hand the services from world-leading service providers or visit the China Station set up by long-standing exhibitors.

You may also listen to discussions on policies concerning trade in services or the issues of concern for Chinese cities which are the front runners in the industry, and sense possible business opportunities. You may sit in the front row to digest information on global trends in various industries or participate in diverse service outsourcing meetings and trade talks specifically designed for your future.

In the enormous 35,000 square metre exhibition hall at the China National Convention Centre, you will witness the world’s largest comprehensive trade in services carnival.

For more information visit www.ciftis.org

China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Ireland’s strong trading links with China are key to economic recovery

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the past decade, Ireland’s trading relationship with China has grown from strength to strength. In 1999 the Irish government launched its Asia Strategy in an effort to develop its relationship with Asia and in particular China.

The main objective of the Asia Strategy was to improve Ireland’s business contacts throughout Asia and to forge a perception of Ireland as an investment location and an export region of high quality goods and services.

Today, China is Ireland’s largest trading partner in Asia. According to the Statistical Yearbook of Ireland, imports from China increased by 38 per cent from €2bn in 2002 to €2.8bn in 2010.

According to the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China, China’s major exports to Ireland include radio communication equipment, clothes, spare parts of household appliances and medicine. Ireland exports wool, major parts of integrated circuit and microelectronic products, refrigeration equipment and spare parts of internal combustion engines.

Road to recovery

At a two-day international conference on “China’s Economic Dynamics and its Impacts on the World Economy” held on the 14th of July last year at University College Dublin, Enda Kenny stressed that Ireland’s “recovery will be export-led and our strong trading relationship with China is an essential part of ensuring future growth.”

Kenny said that the bilateral trade between Ireland and China was worth approximately €715 million in 2000 and €4.2bn in 2010.

Promoting and developing a strong relationship

To further highlight Ireland’s relationship with China the first China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) promotional conference in Ireland was held on the 9th of September last year in the Convention Centre Dublin.

More than 250 people attended the conference which was intended to publicise and promote the first China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) which will be held this year from the 28th of May to the 1st of June at the China National Convention Centre.

Those in attendance included Mr Guo Jinlong, Mayor of Beijing; Mr Luo Linguan, China’s Ambassador to Ireland; Mr Lu Jijian, Vice-Director of the Department of Trade in Services and Commercial Service of the Ministry of Commerce; the Mayor of Dublin; the Chief Executive of Dublin City Council; the chairman of Dublin Chamber of Commerce; the chairman of the Ireland China Association as well as enterprise representatives from finance, education and IT outsourcing industries.

Mayor Guo Jinlong and HE Ambassador Mr Luo Linquan addressed the conference in an effort to promote the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS). Mr Lu Jijian made a special speech to promote CIFTIS. Following the speeches, a representative from Beijing WTO Affair Centre and Ms Gina Quinn, the CEO of Dublin Chamber of Commerce, signed the CIFTIS Cooperation Memorandum.

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Your gateway to a

world of wonder Before travelling to Beijing, there are a number of steps you must follow to ensure entry into China 08

China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

CHINA

is a vast country, rich in history and hidden treasures.

However, when planning a trip to China, there are a number of boxes to tick to ensure you are granted entry into the country. But do not let a small amount of paperwork, a 16-hour flight and an eight-hour time difference deter you from exploring one of the most unique and exciting nations on the earth.

Your first step on the road to China will be to acquire a passport with a minimum of six months validity remaining after the duration of your intended stay. Secondly, Irish nationals will require a visa to enter China.

As visas cannot be obtained on arrival, you will need to attain the appropriate visa before you leave. If you intend to visit Hong Kong or Macau from mainland China you will need a new visa or double entry visa to re-enter mainland China. Visas can be obtained from the Chinese Embassy in Ireland which is located on Ailesbury Road, Ballsbridge.

To apply for a visa each applicant must fill out two application forms (Form V2011A and V2011B). A recent colour passport photograph must be included with the application forms.

Non-Irish Passport Holders who reside or work in Ireland will also need to provide a Residence Permit and a Work Permit.

The cost of a Single-Entry Visa for Irish citizens into China is €40. The Chinese Embassy will only accept payment through bank draft issued by Bank of Ireland or Allied Irish Bank, or post order issued

by An Post. The regular processing time of a visa is five working days. For urgent cases, an expedited service is available.

During your stay, it is advisable to carry your passport at all times as the Police are entitled to carry out random checks. A photocopy of your passport, Chinese visa and flight ticket should be kept separately from the originals for use as backup.

All foreigners are required to register their

place of residence with the local Public Security Bureau within 24 hours of arrival. Foreigners staying with family or friends in a private home must comply with this requirement. If you are staying at a hotel, this will be done as part of the normal check-in process. Chinese authorities are now rigorously enforcing the registration requirement and failure to do so could result in fines and detention.

The Department of Foreign Affairs strongly recommends that comprehensive travel insurance, including medical insurance, is obtained before travelling to China. You should ensure that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake.

The Renminbi: an introduction to Chinese currency The Renminbi (RMB) is the official currency of the People’s Republic of China.

It is the legal tender in mainland China, but not in Hong Kong and Macau. The units for the Renminbi are the Yuan, Jiao, and Fen (one Yuan is equal to 10 Jiao or 100 Fen). Banknotes range from one Jiao to one hundred Yuan, and vary both in size and colour. €1 will currently get you 8.19 Yuan.

The distinction between the Renminbi and the Yuan is similar to the distinction between the British Sterling and the Pound. Renminbi refers to the whole Chinese money system whereas Yuan is the base unit of Renminbi. Yuan is used to denominate bills, and is the unit in which prices are measured.

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Discovering the northern capital

Beijing is one of the most historical and impressive cities in the world. Sites such as Tiananmen Square, the Great Wall of China and the Olympic Village ensure that a visit to Beijing will be a memorable one

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China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

BEIJING

is the capital of the People’s Republic of China and is home to almost 20 million people. Located in the north of the country, the city is China’s political, cultural and educational centre. Beijing is a major transportation hub and the city’s Capital International Airport is the second busiest airport in the world for passenger traffic.

Beijing has been at the heart of China’s history for centuries. The majority of buildings in Beijing have at least some national historical significance.

This year’s China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) will take place from May 28th until June 1st at the

China National Convention Center (CNCC).

CNCC is located in the heart of Beijing’s Olympic Green. It is adjacent to the Bird’s Nest (the venue for the opening and closing ceremony of the 2008 Olympic Games), the Water Cube (National Aquatics Center) and the National Indoor Stadium. A stroll around the Olympic Green will provide endless entertainment for sports enthusiasts.

The physical and metaphorical centre of

Beijing is the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City is the best preserved imperial palace in China and the largest ancient palatial structure in the world. It was home to 24 emperors of the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) Dynasties. The construction of the grand palace started 1406 and ended in 1420.

In ancient times, the emperor claimed to be the son of Heaven. The emperor’s residence on earth was built as a replica of the Purple Palace

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where God was thought to live in Heaven. Such a divine place was forbidden to ordinary people and that is why it is named the Forbidden City.

Tiananmen Square is another attraction of genuine interest. The Tiananmen Gate (the Gate of Heavenly Peace) separates the Forbidden City from Tiananmen Square so you will be able to visit both in one day.

It was at the Gate of Heavenly Peace that Chairman Mao proclaimed the establishment of the People’s Republic of China in 1949.

Tiananmen Square is a site of great historical significance. At each sunrise and sunset in Tiananmen Square there is a raising and lowering ceremony of the Chinese national flag.

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The ceremony is a unique experience and well worth attending; however, it is important to be there about half an hour early to get a good seat.

Tiananmen Square is accessible by a number of bus routes and also by subway and taxi.

A short stroll from Tiananmen Square is where you will find the picturesque Shichahai Lakes. The three lakes – Qianhai (Front Lake), Houhai (Rear Lake) and Xihai (West Lake) were originally part of the emperor’s vast pleasure gardens.

Visitors also have the opportunity to rent a rowboat and venture out into the Shichahai Lakes. It is a unique way to experience Beijing and is also enjoyable for families. The lakes are surrounded by restaurants and bars which offer tasty local cuisine at a good price.

If you are an early riser you will enjoy Jinshan (Coal Hill) Park. Situated behind the Forbidden City, the park is an oasis of flowers and trees.

It also boasts a breathtaking view of the Palace from the top of one of Beijing’s few hills.

Each morning the park fills with middleaged Chinese who gather in groups to sing the revolutionary songs of their youth, play the traditional two-stringed erhu or practice the slow, graceful movements of

tai chi. Everyone is friendly and often will encourage visitors to join them in the tai chi.

If you are looking for a more active adventure from your trip, then one exciting option is to hike a section of the Great Wall. In total, the Great Wall is about 600 kilometres long. Most of its sections in Beijing are

well-preserved and are mainly the original remains from the Ming Dynasty. It is recommended that a good pair of hiking boots is worn while navigating the Great Wall.

If you have an interest in shopping, Wangfujing Street is one of Beijing’s most famous shopping streets. There has been

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commercial activity on Wangfujing Street since the middle of the Ming Dynasty. With a multitude of major department stores, the largely pedestrian-friendly Wangfujing Street is an ideal hub for shopping.

The Xidan Area of Beijing is also a good location for shopping. Here you will find many large department stores selling everything from electronic equipment to good value clothing.

Beijing has a wide variety of restaurants serving native Chinese dishes and food from around the world. You cannot leave Beijing without tasting the city’s speciality dish – Beijing Roast Duck. The dish consists of slices of roast duck skin with plum sauce, spring onion strips and little pancakes. It is a world renowned dish and a must taste for every tourist.

If you are looking to sample some of Beijing’s nightlife, the Legation Quarter is a good place to start. Located just off the southeast corner of Tiananmen Square, the quadrangle of twostory buildings is ideally located. The Legation Quarter used to be the US Embassy but has been restored. It is now home to numerous bars and restaurants. The main building houses Maison Boulud. It is here you will find some

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of the best cocktails and martinis in town.

If it is your first trip to Beijing it is a good idea to thoroughly research the area you want to stay in. It is also smart to print out maps of the exact address of the hotel and also the local area before you arrive as these will aid you should you get lost. Among the best value hotels in Beijing are the Crowne Plaza Wangfujing, the International Hotel and the Beijing Oriental Hotel. However, if you are attending CIFTIS, the CNCC also has a convenient onsite hotel.

Visitors to Beijing can usually afford to take a taxi everywhere they want to go. However, on many occasions communication with the drivers can be tricky as English is not commonly spoken. If possible, be prepared to have your destination written in Chinese characters to hand to the driver. Alternatively, for people of a more adventurous nature, there are many buses which will take you virtually anywhere you need to go.

Beijing is a vast and diverse city and no matter what you are interested in, there will be something for you to discover.

CIFTIS runs from May 28th to June 1st; what better opportunity to explore this historic and cultured city.

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China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

China National Convention Centre

This year, the China Trade in Service Congress (CTSC) has been upgraded to the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) and will become an annual event held at the China National Convention Centre

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first CIFTIS conference will be held this year in the China National Convention Centre from the 28th of May to the 1st of June and from then on become an annual event held at the China National Convention Centre.

The China National Convention Centre officially opened in 2009 to provide international standard, purpose-built convention and exhibition facilities. The centre was an important element for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games in which it served as the main press centre and international broadcasting location. It also functioned as the venue for fencing and pistol shooting competitions.

After the games, the China National Convention Centre underwent an extensive retro-fitting project to ensure the effective re-use of the national facility.

In order to ensure the structure was appropriate for all kinds of conferences, banquets and entertainment the new systems of the China National Convention Centre were tested by two very different events prior to the official opening of the venue.

The first of these events, the FISM World Championships of Magic, was held in July 2009. For this event, stages for complex magic shows and acrobatic performances were required in the ballroom, the auditorium and

the two separate parts of the plenary hall.

Two months later, the China Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings Exhibition was held in the plenary hall on level 4. This high profile event attracted 297 exhibitors and over 5,900 visitors including hundreds of international quality buyers from 26 countries.

The exhibition was so successful that in the following year it grew by 16 per cent and moved into the China National Convention Centre’s purpose-built exhibition halls.

Since opening, the China National Convention Centre has run over 690 events ranging from association meetings to corporate meetings, from events to stand-

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alone banquets and from entertainment functions to exhibitions. Of these 12 per cent are international in nature.

A marker of how successful the venue has been at adapting from an Olympic venue to a conference centre is that the China National Conference Centre has bookings well into 2017.

According to China National Convention Centre CEO Mr Haiying Liu, “as the largest and newest congress venue in mainland China, China National Convention Centre broke through the bottleneck of inability to hold large scale professional standard congresses and is keeping up closely with hot international industry trends.”

China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services May 28th - June 1st 2012, Beijing

What to expect from the China (Beijing) International Fair for Trade in Services Event: Opening Ceremony Time: Morning, May 28th 2012 Moderator: Senior official of the Ministry of

Commerce of the People’s Republic of China

Content: 1. Speech made by Minister of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China 2. Speech made by Mayor of the People’s Government of Beijing Municipality Participants: It is planned to invite Chinese

and foreign political leaders, leaders from host and organisers, executives of international organisations, leaders from relative ministries, commissions, provincial and municipal governments, representatives of local competent commercial departments, experts, scholars, representatives from enterprises and associations, news media representatives.

The venue

The impressive structure covers an area of 122,200 square meters and consists of the Convention Centre, CNCC Grand Hotel, InterContinental Hotel and two office buildings.

The Centre itself is 398m long, 148m wide, 42m high and has eight floors and two more in the basement. It is divided into the exhibition area and the conference area. The 40,000-sqm exhibition area occupies the first floor and B1. The first floor of the China National Convention Centre will mainly be used during CIFTIS for international featured days, Hong Kong/Macao/Taiwan, province and

municipality theme days, special exhibitions of multinational corporations and major sectors of the service trade and the floor B1 will be mainly used for business negotiations.

The conference area includes over 100 conference rooms on the first to the fourth floor, each of which is equipped with digital hard disk recording apparatus. There is also a 32-channel simultaneous interpretation system available. The largest conference hall can accommodate over 6,000 people.

The largest banquet hall can accommodate 3,500 guests. This area will mainly be used for the opening ceremony, summit forums, themed promotions, and press conferences.

Convenient location

Located 26km from the Beijing International Airport, the China National Convention Centre can be reached by car in just 30 minutes.

Subway Line 8’s Olympic Green Station has an exit right at the venue’s basement, over 20 bus routes stop here, and the city’s highways lead directly to the loading area.

With more than 1,000 underground parking spaces, China National Convention Centre provides WLAN WIFI and six different ADSL internets covering the entire area.

Within 1 kilometre of the CNCC, there are over 20 hotels of 3-star or higher grade. However, for convenience to those

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attending the exhibition there is the China National Convention Centre Grand Hotel.

The 420-room property is adjacent to the China International Convention Centre on the Olympic Green Boulevard. Each room has been fitted with all modern conveniences such as direct dial telephones, broadband internet access and plasma TV. The China National Convention Centre Grand Hotel also features Health and Leisure facilities for those who wish to keep up with their exercise regime while they are away as well as a hairdresser and beauty salon for those who like to be pampered.

Shopping, entertainment, dining and meeting service facilities are easily available nearby and during the conference the CIFTIS Organising Committee will serve you whole heartedly. All of the staff of the CIFTIS organising committee are on hand and ready to offer thoughtful and sophisticated service to participants from all over the world. Their services include but are not limited to registration guidance, search for appropriate transportation routes, hotel and flight booking and conference inquiries.

For more information on the China National Convention Centre log on to www.cnccchina.com