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Innovation China Summit 2012

Innovation & Growth: A New Frontier

The financial crises that have spread through the United States, Europe and other economies, have triggered the largest ever restructuring of the world economy in recent decades, reshaping the international business world. As a bellwether of the emerging markets, China is now devoting immense effort to balancing out its years of high-speed growth, and is now vigorously tapping its potential for sustainable development. Against a backdrop of international technological revolution, China has accelerated its shift from an investment-led growth model to an innovation-led one through institutional and system-wide innovations, and the country plays an increasingly significant role in the re-division of global labour and wealth.

In view of the changing business environment at home and abroad, Chinese enterprises can no longer rely on the developmental paths they used to follow. They now rely on radical innovation for their future growth, and this is particularly true for start-ups seeking opportunities in market segments. Innovation does not have to be a mystery. There are rules to follow and lessons to be learned. The China Europe International Business School presents this much anticipated forum in Shenzhen, where an array of distinguished speakers will share their own experiences and analyse real cases, shedding light on the issues and difficulties surrounding innovation.