Chinese Economy Outlook 2026—Prof. Li Nan (SAIF, SJTU)
2026-04-02 18:45 - 20:15 (Asia/Shanghai) | Address – 26/F HKRI Centre One,HKRI Taikoo Hui, 288 ShimenRoad (No.1), Shanghai; 上海市石门一路288号兴业太古汇香港兴业中心一座26层
Join us for an analytical lecture provided by Professor Li Nan from Shanghai Jiao Tong University about The evolvement and of Chinese economy during the global uncertainty and geopolitical pressures. The session will explore key macroeconomic trends, structural reforms, financial market dynamics, and potential scenarios for China’s economic development.
About the speaker
Prof. Li Nan is a Term Associate Professor at the Shanghai Advanced Institute of Finance (SAIF), Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Her research focuses on financial economics, macro asset pricing, and decision-making under uncertainty. She previously held academic positions at the National University of Singapore and SJTU’s Antai College of Economics and Management. Her research has appeared in leading journals including the Journal of Political Economy, and she frequently comments on China’s financial system and economic trends in international media and policy forums.

Russian Market in New Reality of Secondary Sanctions: Legal Risks of Doing Business with Russia — JunHe and Pepeliaev Group Legal Experts
2026-04-28 18:45 - 20:15
In this session, experts from JunHe law firm together with a Russian legal expert from Pepeliaev Group will explain how the Russian market responds to the rapid growth of interest from China, overview of Russian taxation and preferential investment regimes, and corporate compliance with secondary sanctions regime.
Participants will gain practical insights into the Russian market and tax system, sanctions-related risks and strategies companies can use to navigate complex regulatory environments when engaging with Russian markets.
About the speakers
Legal experts from JunHe LLP, one of China’s leading international law firms, will provide an overview of sanctions frameworks and compliance challenges faced by companies operating across jurisdictions. They will be joined by a Russian legal expert specializing in the Russian tax system and sanctions law, who will share practical perspectives on investments regimes of the Russian market and compliance strategies when working with Russian partners.

BRICS Development: The Roles of Russia and China — Prof. Li Bo (Fudan University)
2026-05-14 18:45 - 20:15
The development of BRICS organisation in the changing global economic landscape. What roles do China and Russia play in shaping the bloc’s future, and how might BRICS influence global economic cooperation? Join us for a lecture by Professor Li Bo from Fudan University exploring the development and expansion of BRICS, its aims and goals, and the strategic positions of its members.
The discussion will also focus on Sino-Russian cooperation within BRICS and the broader implications for international trade, finance, and geopolitics of two countries.
About the speaker
Prof. Li Bo (李波) is a researcher at the China Institute of Fudan University and Deputy Director of the Digital Belt and Road Center. He has held senior positions in both academia and industry, including roles at Capgemini Greater China and other strategic advisory institutions. His research focuses on global economic governance, China’s development strategy, and international cooperation frameworks such as BRICS and the Belt and Road Initiative. He holds a PhD in economics from Kiel University in Germany and has published widely on economic strategy and global development
