Focus Asia: SME Study Trip to China
Join Business Sweden for the 5th Focus Asia SME Study Trip this time to China with stops in Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen. This delegation offers you an exciting opportunity to get a hindsight view of this fastest growing large economy and gain practical insights into doing business and succeeding in China.
China is one of the world’s leading innovation and technology hubs, shaping global trends in areas such as digitalisation, advanced manufacturing, AI and electrification. For Swedish companies, understanding these developments is increasingly important to remain competitive in a rapidly changing global marketplace.
This study trip gives Swedish SMEs a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insights into China’s innovation ecosystem through curated visits, expert meetings and networking activities in Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen. Participants will explore how Chinese companies are driving innovation at scale, learn about emerging technologies and business models, and engage with industry leaders, innovators and Swedish companies active in China.
Join us on this trip to China to explore new business opportunities and experience cutting-edge technology. We look forward to welcoming you!
Shanghai is China’s commercial and financial powerhouse, where global business meets cutting-edge innovation. The city is the entry and expansion point for a vast number of international companies and offers one of the world’s most dynamic startup and technology ecosystems.
Hangzhou is widely recognized as one of China’s leading digital innovation hubs and home to technology giants such as Alibaba. The city provides valuable insights into the future of e-commerce, artificial intelligence, fintech, and robotics.
Shenzhen has evolved from a manufacturing center into one of the world's most influential technology and hardware innovation hubs. Called Chinas Silicon Valley due to its entrepreneurial drive and rapid pace of innovation.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
- General delegation program to China to learn more about the market
- Stops in Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen
- Meeting program components include:
- Information/Knowledge-sharing sessions with trade agencies, industrial associations and local experts.
- Workshops with Chinese’s leading companies and stakeholders to showcase solutions and discuss collaboration/ partnerships.
- Meeting/visits to established Swedish company sites.
- High level networking events/mingle.
- Pre-arrival session for preparation
- Consultant support up to 16 hours to validate the market post-delegation
FURTHER INFORMATION
Focus Asia SME Study-trip 2027 to China.pdf
COMPANY TESTIMONIALS FROM PAST STUDY TRIPS
"This trip has provided us with invaluable insights into a region that is expected to experience significant growth in the coming years. It’s also been a fantastic opportunity to understand the cultural differences and dynamics that shape the business environment there."
"Being on the ground has not only broadened our understanding of the market but also deepened our appreciation for the unique values and working methods that play a central role in the region’s success. These insights will be crucial as we continue to refine and adapt our strategies to seize new opportunities and address upcoming challenges."
TIMELINE
14 January 2027: Registration deadline
15-19 March 2027: Delegation program
19 March 2027 - onwards: Support with additional individual market validation
Register interest here
I wish to be contacted to learn more about the SME Study-trip to China, or to register my interest to participate.
Place
Shanghai, Hangzhou & Shenzhen, China