The China-Britain Business Council (CBBC), in partnership with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), invites British business to join our upcoming and extensive programme of activity at the 25th China International Fair for Investment & Trade (CIFIT), where the UK will participate as Country of Honour.

Join Our Delegation

CBBC is inviting interest from British businesses to participate in our delegation to attend CIFIT 2025, led by CBBC President Lord Sassoon and Chief Executive Peter Burnett.

UK Business Delegation

Our delegation will benefit from a thoughtfully curated itinerary designed to help participants gain maximum value and insight from this important event.

This year, the UK will launch a flagship programme spotlighting three strategic pillars:

1. Outbound investment into the UK
2. UK investment into China
3. The UK’s world-leading financial and professional services sector

For British businesses with interests in these areas, joining the delegation offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with senior Chinese officials and key stakeholders, opening doors to new partnerships and growth.

Unlock Opportunities at CIFIT:

• CIFIT is the only national-level event in China focused on two-way investment — including both investment into and out of China.

• Regularly attended by top Chinese leaders — including the Vice Premier and senior officials from the Ministry of Commerce and local governments.

• The UK is the Country of Honour in 2025.

To express your interest in joining the delegation, please complete the registration form via the button below.

Become a Sponsor

Sponsorship opportunities are open for the following programmes:

1. UK Investment Conference (UKIC)

Following the success of the 2024 UKIC, which welcomed approximately 250 delegates and featured over 50 speakers – including senior government representatives and executives from Chinese companies looking to expand their strategies in the UK market, as well as UK firms supporting this international collaboration - this year’s conference will continue to provide a high-level platform to support international collaboration. We encourage members and partners to showcase your investment success stories and wealth of expertise guiding Chinese investors as we profile why the UK remains the leading destination for Chinese investment in Europe.

2. UK Investment in China Forum

We are inviting UK companies to join the UK Investment in China Forum to showcase their success and track record of doing business in China. The forum will share UK companies' investment journey and plans in the Chinese market to a high-profile audience; and explore the opportunities and challenges facing UK investors in China. The event will provide an opportunity to engage with high-level stakeholders from both the UK and Chinese governments.

3. UK Pavilion

Led by the Department for Business & Trade, sponsorship of the UK Pavilion offers a unique opportunity to participate in a wide range of high-level activities involving senior Chinese and UK government figures. Sponsors will benefit from brand exposure within the Pavilion and the chance to connect with leading Chinese investors and organisations.

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