North West SMEs to meet with Chinese business leaders

As part of the Chinese presidential visit to the UK taking place this week, SMEs from across the North West will have a chance to meet business representatives from China at an upcoming Manchester conference.

The China-UK SME Business Match-Making Event this Friday will see the region’s companies given a chance to access new export markets through Bank of China’s network of 60k customers.

The core sectors being targeted include healthcare, retail, clothing, food and drink, renewable energy and aerospace.

The event will be hosted by the government’s UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) department along with Bank of China.

UKTI’s North West regional director, Clive Drinkwater, said: “China is a huge and expanding market for UK businesses.

“UK exports have increased by over 37% in the last two years and we are determined for that figure to increase.”

He added: “This match-making event is an excellent opportunity for UK and Chinese businesses to share industry insights, discuss market developments, break down trade barriers and develop relationships that will bring immense benefits to both sides.”

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