Chief Director of Southern China District of International Trade Department, British Consulate-General Guangzhou and His Delegation Visits Cheung Kei Group

2018.05.09

May 8, 2018, David Bull, Chief Director of Southern China District of International Trade Department, British Consulate-General Guangzhou, and his delegation visited Cheung Kei Group's Shenzhen headquarter and had a meeting with Chen Xiaoxia, Executive Vice President of Cheung Kei Group. Wu Wenhui, Senior Trade and Investment Officer of Infrastructure and Environment of International Trade Department, British Consulate-General Guangzhou, He Shufen, Senior Trade and Investment Manager of International Trade Department, British Consulate-General Guangzhou and representatives of Acquisition Department (London) of Cheung Kei Group also attended the meeting.

Executive Vice President Chen Xiaoxia exchanges views with the Consul David Bull

During the meeting, Executive Vice President Chen Xiaoxia first welcomed Consul David Bull and his delegation and then introduced the representatives of Acquisition Department (London) of Cheung Kei Group. She said that their female representatives demonstrated their professional excellence and business acumen when they were in negotiation with foreign male representatives. Consul David Bull appreciated and was delighted to see the success of the negotiation by Cheung Kei Group female representatives, as it is remarkable to have females at the highest tiers of global business.  

Executive Vice President Chen Xiaoxia also shared the operational philosophy and future development plans of the Group. Underpinned by its steady development, Cheung Kei Group has transformed into a large internationalized value investment holding group with a focus on investments and acquisition of premium corporation shareholding in capital market, high-quality property in global core economies as well as financial assets.

Executive Vice President Chen Xiaoxia and the Consul David Bull

She also mentioned that the advanced financial services and robust legal system of the UK have created an excellent investment environment for investors. Last year, Cheung Kei Group became one of the largest investors of Canary Wharf in London with its acquisitions of 20 Canada Square and 5 Churchill Place. The successful deals in London have consolidated a good foundation for Cheung Kei Group's global investments. The Group hoped to strengthens its close tie with the International Trade Department to look for partnership opportunities in the UK to achieve a win-win. It is believed that with the assistance from the International Trade Department, Cheung Kei Group will have a more solid path for its investment in the UK.

Executive Vice President Chen Xiaoxia had an insightful discussion with the Consul David Bull and his delegation on the UK's tax policies, investment and acquisition cooperation and business visa. The Consul David Bull said, “Cheung Kei Group is an important and premium investor to the UK. We highly value the questions raised by the Group and would like to have our government department to answer them. We look forward to providing more assistance to Cheung Kei Group.”

Cheung Kei Group representatives and the delegation

Consul David Bull and his delegation also watched the Group's corporation videos and had a better understanding of its development, achievement and corporate social responsibility. Consul David Bull said that the visit provided a good collaboration opportunity for both parties. The International Trade Department now has a firm grip on the Group's investment plans and needs in the UK. He hoped that both parties would continue to strengthen their communication for mutual benefits.