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This year's Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA) features a brainstorming session with 38 executives from Fortune 500 companies and major multinationals, including new advisors Bertrand Stoltz from STMicroelectronics and KAM Hing Lam from CK Asset Holdings Limited. Key activities include leadership meetings, thematic discussions, and visits to central business districts.

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Kuok Khoon Hong
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Wilmar International Limited, Chairman of Yihai Kerry Arawana Holdings Co., Ltd.
Kanetsugu Mike
Chairman, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc.
Seiji Imai
Member of the Board of Directors, Chairman Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
Sabrina Soussan
Chairman and CEO of SUEZ
Sam Wu
Vice President, Ford Motor Company, President and CEO, Ford China
So Jinwoo
Vice Chairman of SK Group
Ernest Nicolas
Chief Supply Chain Officer of HP Inc.
Frank Meng
Chairman of Qualcomm China
Nathan Stoner
Cummins Vice President and Chairman of Cummins China
Saw Choon Seong
Global Vice President, President China of Air Products
John Zhang
Senior vice president and general manager, Display, Mobile Consumer Electronics (MCE), and Corning Asia
Lorenzo Grandi
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and President, Finance, Purchasing, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) & Resilience, STMicroelectronics
Bertrand Stoltz
EVP, Finance and Asia Public Affairs
Yifu Qi
CEO Greater China and Executive Vice President, Signify
Ruling Zhang Blein
Chairman & CEO of Sodefinance
Y.K. Pang
Chairman of Hong Kong for Jardine Matheson Limited and Senior Advisor to the Board
Zhu Jinping
Senior Vice President & Chairman of the Board of Directors, AT&S China
James Zhao
Executive Vice President and Region Head for Greater China at Hitachi Energy
Tokutani Masaya
Executive Officer Chief Representative of East Asia Bloc, Mitsui & Co.
Yokohata Hajime
Executive Officer, SMBC and Vice Chairman, President, SMBC (China) Ltd.
Xue Bing
Chairman of the Board of Directors & General manager & Chief representative, Seconded to Isuzu (China) Holding Co., Ltd.
Zhan Jingtao
Vice President of Siemens Ltd., China
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Strategies and Initiatives for Building a Modern Manufacturing Cluster System; High-Quality Development of the Modern Productive Service Industry
48 Recommendations and a Batch of New Projects to Be Implemented, Fruitful CMIA
The 48 recommendations raised from the 17th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA) emphasized the need to expedite establishing a modern industrial system as the key to foreign trade transformation and upgrading, according to a press conference on September 22.
Sep 23,2023
Smart and Sustainable Should be the Format of New Foreign Trade | CMIA
The 17th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA) officially opened at the Chongqing Yuelai International Conference Center on September 22, under the theme of Development of Inland Opening Up Highland - Charting the Course for Foreign Trade Transformation and Upgrading.
Sep 23,2023
HP Celebrates Production of Its 400 Millionth Computer in Chongqing
HP, the renowned American multinational information technology company, celebrated its 400 millionth computer went offline in Southwest China's Chongqing on September 20. The event drew leaders from over 50 supply chain companies, including Quanta, Inventec, and Wistron, in attendance.
Sep 21,2023
Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle Gains Momentum with Global Tech Giants Onboard
The Chongqing Municipality positioned the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle as the city's primary focus this January. Throughout past meetings of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA), numerous global tech giants showcased their tangible commitments towards the ambitious project.

Sep 20,2023
Ford Motor, Qualcomm, CMIA Giants Seek More Investment in Chongqing
This year's meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA) is expected to facilitate increased interactions between consultant enterprises and Chongqing's districts and counties to attract further investments and collaborations.
Sep 20,2023
CMIA 2023 to Embrace Wilmar International and AstraZeneca As New Advisors
Two prominent advisors, Singapore's Wilmar International and United Kingdom-based AstraZeneca, are set to be involved at this year's Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA), which is set to take place on September 22.
Sep 19,2023
CMIA Enterprises Champion the Evolution of Chongqing's Modern Manufacturing Cluster
At the upcoming 17th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA), several leading manufacturing companies will help Chongqing to set up the "33618" modern manufacturing cluster system, according to the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce on September 17.
Sep 19,2023
Thousands of Golden Ideas from CMIA Shape Chongqing's Future
Since 2006, the Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA) has offered Chongqing nearly 1,000 "golden ideas" that have promoted Chongqing's high-quality development. As the city prepares for the 17th Annual Meeting of the CMIA on September 22, the monumental transformations it has catalyzed over the years are reflected below.
Sep 17,2023
Building an a pioneer of opening-up in inland China to heighten the internationalization of Chongqing
CFTZ Promotes Internationally-Applicable Railway Consignment Notes
China (Chongqing) Pilot Free Trade Zone has been making the railway consignment notes the documents of title for the past few years, with a target of continuing to create a world-class business environment, according to Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce.
Sep 27,2021
Ford China President: Chongqing Should Lead in Domestic IoV Infrastructure
US$30 billion marked for electrification of iconic models produced in Chongqing.
Sep 27,2021
Suez CEO: Serving Green Construction of Yangtze River Economic Belt
Bertrand Camus, Chief Executive Officer of Suez, said that they hope to have more in-depth cooperation with Chongqing and the Chengdu-Chongqing region in the field of environmental protection, to contribute to the environmental protection construction of the Yangtze River Economic Belt.
Sep 26,2021
Schneider Electric EVP: Chongqing to Cultivate Green Manufacturing Clusters
Scientific and technological innovation, and digital transformation are conducive for Chongqing to cultivate green and low-carbon advanced manufacturing clusters, said Yin Zheng, executive vice-president of Schneider Electric and president of Schneider Electric China.
Sep 26,2021
AT&S Chongqing Kicks off Its First Employee Continuing Educational Program
AT&S Chongqing holds an opening ceremony for its first Employee Continuing Educational Program in Liangjiang New Area, which is jointly launched by Chongqing University of Arts & Sciences(CUAS) and Chongqing Information Technology College.
Sep 26,2021
SAP: Service-Oriented Manufacturing to Accelerate Industrial Transformation and Upgrading
German multinational advocates Industry 4.0 in Chengdu Chongqing region.
Sep 25,2021
CMIA Advisors Propose 90 Suggestions on Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle
Fortune 500 Advisors base goals on consultation, friendship, cooperation, and development.
Sep 25,2021
Corning SVP: Chengdu-Chongqing City Cluster Brings Opportunities for Local Enterprises
Chongqing has become an important strategic base for the development of western China, establishing clusters based on display, information technology and automotive industries, said John Zhang, Senior Vice President of Corning and President of Corning Display, at the 16th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA).
Sep 25,2021
Advisors' Insights: Ideas to Further Develop the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle
Here are some highlights that leaders and advisors have proposed for further opening up in Chongqing and better developing the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle.
Sep 25,2021
Transform Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle into the Silicon Valley in W. China
The Chengdu-Chongqing area should drive its development through technological innovation, digitalization and ecological civilization, said Dr. Hannes Androsch, AT&S Supervisory Board Chairman.
Sep 25,2021
Deloitte China Partner: Chengdu and Chongqing to Build Integrated Open Market
Chengdu and Chongqing should build a pacesetter for inland opening-up in Western China, enhance their cooperation on industrial innovation, and advance infrastructure interconnection, thus jointly building an integrated open market, said Xu Sitao, chief economist and partner of Deloitte China.
Sep 25,2021
International Think Tanks Inject Lasting Impetus into Chongqing's Development
Advisors provide wisdom through golden ideas to boost high quality development.
Sep 25,2021
Qualcomm China Chairman: Intelligent Connected Vehicles Transformation Needed in Chongqing
Chairman of Qualcomm China Region Frank Meng explains industrial modernization path.
Sep 25,2021
Nomura Holdings Chairman: Need to Solve the Industry Homogenization in Chongqing and Chengdu
As the COVID-19 is gradually brought under control and it is believed that global manufacturing will return to China, the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle should seize this opportunity to achieve greater development, Koji Nagai, Chairman of Nomura Holdings Co., Ltd. mentioned in a written interview on Thursday.
Sep 24,2021
Hitachi ABB Power Grids to Build a World-Class Transformer Manufacturing Base in Chongqing
Hitachi ABB Power Grids Ltd will build a world-class transformer manufacturing base in Southwestern China's Chongqing Municipality, which will become one of the most advanced manufacturing bases of Hitachi ABB Power Grids in the world.
Sep 23,2021
Highlights of the 16th CMIA Meeting - Promo Video
Fortune 500 leaders and advisors to deliberate economic opportunities and challenges.
Sep 23,2021
Looking Forward to Suggestions from 38 Mayor's Advisors
As the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle is under development, Chongqing is about to welcome the 16th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic Advisory (CMIA Annual Meeting).
Sep 23,2021
CMIA to Pool International Wisdom for Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle Development
Fortune 500 leaders to share insights for industry, business and exchange.
Sep 16,2021
Building an a pioneer of opening-up in inland China to heighten the internationalization of Chongqing
Chongqing Fully Integrates into BRI to Build Inland Opening-up Hub
Chongqing has expanded its friendly ties with foreign cities, totaling 48 international sister cities and 104 friendly exchange cities.
Sep 24,2020
What Global Economic Advisers Propose for Chongqing's Opening-Up, Internationalization
This year’s annual meeting focused on the theme of Build a Pioneer of Opening-up in Inland China and Improve the Internationalization of Chongqing. What are the proposals? Here are some as followed.
Sep 23,2020
Greetings from the CMIA Guests: Wish A Fruitful and Successful Meeting
Here are the best wishes from the CMIA guests. Now, lets hear what they say!
Sep 23,2020
Communication on Cloud: CMIA Annual Meeting Links Global Guests
The CMIA Annual Meeting will link the Mayor of Chongqing and 15 advisers from across the world through a video conference.
Sep 22,2020
The 15th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council to Open on Sept. 23
The 15th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA) is to be held on September 23, according to the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce Friday.
Sep 19,2020
Building an inland international logistics hub: Lessons from international experience and path realization for Chongqing
Chongqing Vibe: Chongqing Mayor's International Think Tank
In the new episode of Chongqing Vibe, let's review what's going on this year's CMIA.
Oct 11,2019
95 International Proposals to Help Chongqing to Be An International Logistics Hub
The 14th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic Advisory Council (CMIA) concluded in Southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality on September 28, 2019, and collected 95 proposals to help Chongqing build into an international logistics hub in inland China, according to the CMIA press conference Saturday.
Sep 29,2019
BP proposes Hydrogen Energy as a Green Logistics Solution for Chongqing
During the 14th Annual Chongqing Mayors International Economic Advisory Council from September 27th-28th in Chongqing, British Petroleum (BP) Vice President Nigel Dunn took questions from Media on the Role that BP can play in the future for Chongqing’s development as an international logistics hub.
Sep 28,2019
Here Are International Company Leaders' Proposals for Chongqing and Wishes to China
This year marks the 70th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China.  Here are some proposals for Chongqing and wishes to China from attendants of this year CMIA meeting.
Sep 28,2019
President of Schneider Electric (China): Developing Intelligent Logistics Requires Innovation
He expressed that Chongqing is strategic significance for Schneider Electric’s business development in the central and west China.
Sep 28,2019
International Company Leaders Meet in Chongqing for Advisors Council
Chongqing’s Mayor Mr. Tang Liangzhi outlined the aim of the 14th annual meeting its past impacts and his hopes for the future engagements
Sep 28,2019
CEO of AT&S: Infrastructure and Talent Essential For Future Success in Chongqing
Andreas Gerstenmayer CEO and Chairman of the Management Board of AT&S, and Chen Jiang Phua CEO of AT&S Business Unit Mobile Devices & Substances discussed their parent company’s role at the Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic Advisory Council September 27th, 2019.
Sep 27,2019
Signify Senior Vice President to Share Ideas on Smart Port Construction at the CMIA
I will learn from the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands, which started intelligent construction developments in 2010, and I will share what I have learned from them with the leaders of Chongqing, said John Wang, Senior Vice President & President of the Greater China of Signify (former Philips Lighting) in an interview during the 14th Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Council (CMIA) in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality September 27, 2019.


Sep 27,2019
Honeywell's William Yu Sees Lots of Opportunities in Chongqing
William Yu, President of Honeywell China and consultant at the Chongqing Mayors International Economic advisory council, took interviews with local media representatives to discuss Honeywell China’s involvement in Chongqing’s future logistics developments.
Sep 27,2019
Gerard Mestrallet is very impressed by the transformation of Chongqing
Gerard Mestrallet, Executive Chairman of the Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic advisory council and Honorary Chairman of ENGIE, a natural gas distribution company sat with media discussing the potential of Chongqing’s future, September 27th, 2019.
Sep 27,2019
Foreign Companies' Business and Involvement in Chongqing
Chongqing welcomes a wave of Fortune Global 500 and famous multinational companies to improve people’s quality of life.
Sep 25,2019
What's the Gift for Mayor's International Economic Adviser?
Do you know what is the gift for the upcoming annual meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council? It is full of Chongqing elements and called "The Chosen Pepper art silk scarf and tie".
Sep 24,2019
Global 500 Enterprises Join in Chongqing's Development — Annual Meeting of CMIA
Chongqing Mayor’s International Economic Advisory Council,is scheduled to take place in Chongqing from September 27 to 28, 2019.
Sep 24,2019
Countdown for the Annual Meeting of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council
The 14th Annual Meeting  of the Chongqing Mayor's International Economic Advisory Council, or CMIA, will be held in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality from September 27 to 28, 2019, according to Song Gang, Executive Deputy Secretary-General of CMIA and Deputy Director of the Chongqing Municipal Commission of Commerce on September 24, 2019.
Sep 24,2019
The road to intelligent development of Chongqing: Strategies and measures
China (Chongqing) Pilot Free Trade Zones: Exploration, opening up and innovation
Service trade development under the background of Made in China 2025 and Internet +
Strategies for the Belt and Road, construction of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, and open development in Chongqing
The era of smart cities and big data
Opportunities and challenges in urbanization
Strategies for Chongqing enterprises going global: The puzzles and countermeasures of overseas investment
Urban information technology and the information industry: Cloud-based smart city development under the background of globalization
Chongqing: Construction and innovation for a regional financial center
Paths and strategies for building an open inland economy
Scientific development: Energy saving, emission reductions and modes for economic growth
Options for Chongqing in the new logistics era: Roles and strategies
Investment strategies of multinational corporations and industrial undertakings in Chongqing

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