Event recap

Jackson & Frank joins the Shanghai Conference on International Business Cooperation

Exploring global expansion opportunities and China-Europe workplace differences with nearly 300 international guests, business leaders and professional service organisations.

Date
November 6, 2026
Venue
Global Harbor, Shanghai
Participants
Nearly 300
Roundtable discussion on stage at the Shanghai Conference on International Business Cooperation, with Chloe Xu of Jackson & Frank on the panel
The conference

Bringing together resources for global expansion

On November 6, the Shanghai Conference on International Business Cooperation was held at Global Harbor in Shanghai. It was co-hosted by the Overseas Chinese Affairs Office of the Shanghai Municipal People's Government, the Shanghai Federation of Industry and Commerce, and the Shanghai Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese, and organised by the Changning District People's Government.

The event brought together nearly 300 participants, including international guests, business leaders and representatives from professional service organisations.

Focusing on the international expansion needs of businesses, the conference brought together diverse resources and stakeholders to explore new approaches to supporting global business expansion and strengthening cross-border cooperation.

Chloe Xu, Global HR Expert at Jackson & Frank, speaking during the roundtable
On the panel

Chloe Xu

Global HR Expert, Jackson & Frank

Session: Business Networking Session for Europe, Africa, and Latin America

Chloe Xu was invited to take part in a roundtable discussion during the Business Networking Session for Europe, Africa, and Latin America. She shared insights into workplace cultural differences between China and Europe, and practical considerations for Chinese companies setting up and managing local operations overseas.

Part 1

China-Europe workplace differences: localisation starts with understanding people

During the roundtable, Chloe Xu drew on management practices in both Chinese and European companies to highlight differences in workplace culture, communication styles and management approaches. She also explored how these differences influence overseas team development for Chinese businesses.

As Chinese companies accelerate their international expansion, entering overseas markets involves more than market access and business operations. Companies must also navigate local labour regulations, employment practices and cross-cultural management challenges.

For businesses expanding into Europe, understanding local talent markets, respecting cultural differences, and establishing management practices aligned with local regulations and workplace expectations are essential to achieving stable, long-term operations.

Part 2

Jackson & Frank: supporting global expansion with local expertise

Headquartered in the Netherlands, Jackson & Frank is a global provider of tailored, one-stop HR and workforce management solutions. Drawing on local expertise across Europe and an international service network, Jackson & Frank supports businesses in managing their global workforce, including:

Looking ahead, Jackson & Frank will continue to draw on its European expertise and cross-border HR capabilities to help more Chinese companies expand efficiently into international markets and achieve sustainable global growth.

Group photo of participants at the Shanghai Conference on International Business Cooperation at Global Harbor, Shanghai
Participants at the Shanghai Conference on International Business Cooperation, Global Harbor, Shanghai.
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