Programme

Full Programme

Two days of strategic conversations, business matchmaking, market insight, and relationship-building between African and Chinese business leaders.

17–18 October 2026
Vienna International Hotel, Guangzhou, China
Day 117 OctConference & Matchmaking
08:30

Breakfast & Registration

Delegate check-in with morning breakfast reception.

10:00

Opening Ceremony

Official welcome address, hosted by MEEI Program.

11:00

Keynote & High-Level Panel

Africa–China economic ties: opportunities and priorities.

12:30

Lunch & Networking

Informal delegate networking over lunch.

14:00

Investment Showcase & Breakouts

Sector deep-dives: manufacturing, agriculture, energy, logistics.

16:00

B2B Matchmaking, Session 1

Structured one-on-one business meetings.

19:00

Welcome Networking Dinner

Hosted evening reception for all delegates.

Day 218 OctSite Visits & Closing
08:30

Factory & Industrial Visits

Organized visits to selected Guangzhou industrial facilities.

12:30

Lunch & Networking

Informal delegate networking over lunch.

14:00

Policy Dialogue & Market Access Panel

Roundtable with government representatives on trade facilitation.

15:30

B2B Matchmaking, Session 2

Continued structured one-on-one meetings.

16:30

Summit Declarations & Signing

Outcome presentation and formal MOU signing ceremony.

17:15

Closing Ceremony & Reception

Formal closing address and farewell networking reception.