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CCCA Sydney Branch Members In 2025 Sydney Marathon
On August 30th, the 2025 Sydney Marathon once again presented a spectacular spectacle—over 70,000 runners from the world participated in this internationally renowned marathon. China Chamber Commerce of Australia (CCCA) Sydney Branch has consistently organized members to participate in the Sydney Marathon for over a decade, and this year, it organized over 350 participants from dozens of member institutions. The running event was attended by Li Mang, President of CCCA and Bank of China Sydney Branch, leaders and representatives from member organizations, event sponsors China Eastern Airlines and China Travel Service Australia, and secretariat staff. In the morning, CCCA Sydney team dressed in uniform and posed for a group photo against the backdrop of the Sydney Opera House and the azure harbor, showcasing the image of Chinese businesses working together in unity, hard work, and striving for progress. As the starting gun sounded, the runners launched into action amid the enthusiastic cheers of the spectators, challenging themselves while also experiencing the joy and strength that exercise brings. Mr Li Mang expressed his gratitude to CCCA Sydney branch for actively organizing the annual marathon running event, and also thanked the sponsors for their strong support for this year’s event. He... View Article
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CCCA Sydney Branch and Tong Ren Tang Australia On Health Lecture
On the afternoon of August 28, 2025, China Chamber of Commerce in Australia (CCCA) Sydney branch in partnership with Tong Ren Tang Australia, successfully held a “Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Lecture and Expert Free Clinic.” The event attracted nearly 50 representatives from member companies and TCM enthusiasts, both online and onsite, creating a lively atmosphere and generating positive responses. Tong Ren Tang’s team of senior TCM experts delivered a lecture focused on “The Advantages and Practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Health Preservation and Chronic Disease Prevention,” which was also livestreamed to facilitate remote participation by more members. The lecture, presented in a comprehensive and accessible format, incorporated numerous case studies, helping attendees gain a deeper understanding of the unique value of TCM in modern health management. In the subsequent free consultation session, attendees received one-on-one TCM consultations based on their appointments. Three senior physicians from Tong Ren Tang Australia—Dr. Yin Yining, Dr. Liu Hongshi, and Dr. Xiao Yayin—provided personalized treatment recommendations. Drawing on years of clinical experience and a blend of Chinese and Western medicine approaches, they provided valuable health guidance to Chinese Australians. This event not only promoted health knowledge but also served as a significant example of... View Article
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CCCA Financial Industry Committee Hosts Economic Outlook Exchange Event
Recently, the Financial Industry Committee of China Chamber of Commerce in Australia (CCCA) successfully hosted an economic outlook exchange event for Chinese financial institutions operating in Australia. Ye Wei, Counsellor and Consul in charge of commercial affairs at the Chinese Consulate-General in Sydney, along with Chen Jianyu, Chairman of the Financial Industry Committee and General Manager of the Sydney Branch of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, attended the event and delivered speeches. Heads of more than a dozen Chinese banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions in Australia participated in the exchange. The event focused on current economic trends and covered topics such as the macroeconomic outlook in Australia and the application of artificial intelligence in the financial sector. Experts, including the Chief Economist of PwC and specialists in AI, were invited to give keynote speeches. Representatives from participating institutions engaged in in-depth discussions and active exchanges based on the presentations and their own operational experiences. The discussions centered on how Chinese financial institutions can enhance local service capabilities and seize opportunities presented by technological transformation in the new economic environment. The event was marked by enthusiastic interaction and received positive feedback. The Financial Industry Committee remains committed... View Article
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CCCA Financial Industry Committee held High-Quality Financial Support for Sino-Australian Economic, Trade and Investment Cooperation Seminar
On June 9, 2023, the “High-Quality Financial Support for China-Australia Economic, Trade and Investment Cooperation Seminar” hosted by the Financial Industry Committee of the China Chamber of Commerce in Australia (CCCA) was successfully held in Sydney by the Sydney Branch of Industrial and Commercial Bank of China. The main leaders of the member units of the Financial Industry Committee attended the meeting, and Chen Min, Secretary-General of CCCA, and Fan Shilei, Chief Representative of the South Pacific Representative Office of the People’s Bank of China, attended as special guests. ICBC Sydney Branch hosted the seminar. Chen Jianyu, Chairman of the Financial Industry Committee and General Manager of ICBC Sydney Branch, shared the recent development of China-Australia economic and trade relations, as well as relevant research data and trend analysis of Chinese companies’ investment in Australia. Representatives of other institutions participating in the meeting held in-depth discussions on topics such as measures, opportunities and challenges of financial support for China-Australia economic and trade exchanges, and development ideas for the steady operation of overseas institutions. The atmosphere was warm. The delegates unanimously stated that while achieving their own healthy development, Chinese financial institutions in Australia should also comply with the demands of... View Article
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CCCA Sydney Branch Members Gathering at Canoelands Orchard
In the golden autumn with warm sunshine of Sydney, General Chamber of Commerce in Australia (CCCA) Sydney Branch organized the first outdoor activity for members in 2023. Committee members of the Sydney Branch and members from other units gathered in Orchard Orchard Farm on Saturday, April 1. The orchard was full of greenery, and President Ms Ren Li warmly welcomed and thanked the members for their active participation. She said that the theme of this event is “Meet in Sydney, Harvest Golden Autumn”. She hopes that everyone will strengthen communication and interaction in today’s event. She also hopes that members will gain friendship through the platform and various activities of the Sydney branch. On the day, it started with the exciting group game competition. Instructed by the team leader, members of each group united, worked together, and completed many challenges such as alphabet games, team tasks, and riddle quiz. In the game, everyone goes from being acquainted with each other to being a tacit teammate. At the end of the competition, Secretary-General Mr Chen Min announced the results. Vice President Yang Xianjun presented the prize sponsored by China Eastern Airlines Australia to the winning teams – China Eastern Airlines aircraft... View Article
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CCCA Adelaide Branch, ACBC South Australia Branch, Shandong Economic and Trade Representative Office in Oceania, and China-Australia Youth Leaders Association jointly held the Spring Festival celebration
In the afternoon of February 16, 2022, CCCA Adelaide Branch, ACBC South Australia Branch, Shandong Economic and Trade Representative Office in Oceania, and China-Australia Youth Leaders Association jointly organized the South Australia Business Chinese New Year Celebrations. Kong Xiaoan (Sean), Chairman of ACBC South Australia Branch delivered a speech and pointed out that despite facing some difficulties and challenges in the past year, the business communities of China and South Australia have maintained close and strong cooperation. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Australia and China. ACBC South Australia will, as always, strengthen friendly relations with the Chinese business community, focus on the consensus and common interests of both sides, continue to promote cooperation in various fields such as low-carbon economy, and continue to achieve mutually beneficial and win-win results. Mr Li Suo, Vice President of the Adelaide Branch of the China General Chamber of Commerce in Australia, extended Spring Festival greetings to the guests attending the event. He said that a healthy and stable China-Australia relationship conforms to the common interests of both sides. Friendship and cooperation are the consensus of the Chinese and South Australian business communities. And the two will... View Article
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CCCA National Energy Commission hosts carbon peak and neutrality webinar
To deeply understand carbon peak and neutrality, evaluate the movement trend of main target market for the future and bring ideas to engergy resource company of Australia, on 19th November 2021, CCCA national energy commission hosted webinar with topic as focus carbon peak and neutrality and provide energy to future. Consulate General Ye Wei, Economic and Commercial Office of the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Sydney, president of National Energy Commission Zhang Ning, vice-president Xia WenZhe and Guo TingHu and 150 heads and representatives of Chinese-funded enterprises in Australia’s resources, energy, finance, etc., participated in this online event. In his opening speech, President Zhang Ning pointed out that the just-concluded Glasgow Summit has once again made the energy industry a hot spot. How do energy and resource companies view the contradiction between energy scarcity and safety? How to not only strive to achieve the dual-carbon goal, but also ensure the supply and safety of energy? How to find new ways of survival and development in the midst of contradictions? This is a strategic issue that we must face under the new situation. For a long time to come, industry development risks and opportunities coexist, challenges and... View Article
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CCCA Association of Women Entrepreneurs hosted “Achieve Carbon Neutrality” event
On 16th July 2021, hosted by CCCA Association of Women Entrepreneurs, CECEP Wind Power (Australia) Holding Pty Ltd and China Telecom (Australia) Pty Ltd co-organized the online event named ‘Achieve Carbon Neutrality – Online Micro-Landscape Plant Production’ . At the beginning, Ms. Ye Xuan, Chairman of the Association of Women Entrepreneurs extended a warm welcome to the new members, Ms. Ren Li, General Manager of Bank of China Sydney Branch, and Ms. Tina Hua, Partner of Tahota Law Firm, and gave thanks to General Secretary of CCCA Wang Guannan for ongoing support. At present, more than 120 countries and regions in the world have proposed carbon neutrality targets. According to the plan, in the next five years, China will adopt more powerful policies and measures to increase its national independent contribution and strive to reach the peak of carbon emissions by 2030. The concepts of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality are closely related to countries, companies, organizations and individuals. Special guest Ms. Yang Ying, general manager of CECEP Wind Power (Australia) Holdings Limited, shared relevant concepts, commitments and policies of major countries, China’s achievements in energy conservation and emission reduction, and ways to achieve carbon neutrality. The content allows everyone... View Article
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