NHKBA Dongzhi Seminar & Networking Reception 2026

Thursday, 3 December 2026
Sociëteit De Witte, The Hague
13:30 – 17:00

The Netherlands Hong Kong Business Association (NHKBA) is pleased to invite members, partners and guests to our Dongzhi Seminar & Networking Reception 2026, taking place on Thursday, 3 December at the historic Sociëteit De Witte in The Hague.

This year’s programme will focus on the Future of Smart Industry and Financial Services & Business & Professional Services (BPS), bringing together perspectives on technology, mobility, financial services and international business.

The afternoon will bring together representatives from the Hong Kong and Dutch business communities for an engaging programme of keynote presentations, institutional perspectives and a panel discussion.

Following the seminar, guests are invited to continue the conversation during a networking reception.

Further speakers and programme details will be announced in the coming weeks.

Programme

13:30 – 14:00 | Registration & Welcome Coffee

14:00 – 14:15 | Opening & Welcome
Opening by the Chairman of NHKBA, followed by a welcome and speech from the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO).

14:15 – 15:40 | Seminar
Keynote presentations and contributions from our speakers and partner organisations.

15:40 – 16:00 | Panel Discussion

Moderated by Dr. Mauro Boero, European Patent Office (EPO)

16:00 – 17:00 | Networking Reception
Drinks and a selection of snacks.

Confirmed Speakers

Mr. Shu Chenchi

Deputy Head Corporate Banking and Financial Institutions
Bank of China (Europe) S.A., Rotterdam Branch

Mr. Junjie Wang

Relationship Manager, Financial Institutions Coverage
Bank of China (Europe) S.A., Rotterdam Branch

Sky Li
Head of European Public Affairs and Communications
XPENG European Holding B.V.

Moderator

Dr. Mauro Boero
Chief Patent Examiner, European Patent Office (EPO)

The seminar and panel discussion will be moderated by Dr. Mauro Boero, Chief Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office (EPO).

Also joining the programme

The programme will include contributions from:

Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (HKETO)
Invest Hong Kong
Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)

Additional keynote speakers and panellists will be announced shortly.

Venue

Sociëteit De Witte
Plein 24
2511 CS The Hague
The Netherlands

Sociëteit De Witte is located approximately a 10-minute walk from The Hague Central Station. Public parking is available at the Plein parking garage.

Registration

Registration for the NHKBA Dongzhi Seminar & Networking Reception 2026 will open soon.

Invitations and registration details will follow.