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Invited by the Norwegian Business Association China, FinnCham China is pleased to welcome our members to join this event.
As ESG expectations continue to evolve globally, companies with operations, suppliers, or business partners in China are increasingly required to navigate a complex compliance landscape. This includes not only local Chinese regulatory requirements but also growing expectations from the Nordic region and Europe related to responsible business conduct, transparency, and sustainable supply chain management.
Pioneering regulations, such as the Norwegian Transparency Act, have set an important benchmark for Nordic companies. These frameworks provide clear standards for businesses to assess, prevent, and transparently communicate how they manage risks related to decent working conditions and human rights across their operations and supply chains.
For companies active in China—whether from Finland, Norway, or other Nordic nations—this raises practical questions around how these stringent transparency and reporting requirements interact with Chinese laws and regulations. Key focus areas include information sharing, supply chain documentation, supplier engagement, and the implementation of responsible business practices on the ground.
This event aims to provide Nordic companies in China with both legal and practical perspectives on ESG compliance. The discussion will cover the latest developments related to the Norwegian Transparency Act and its broader implications, potential areas of regulatory complexity between European/Nordic requirements and Chinese legislation, and practical approaches to supply chain due diligence in the China context. It will also touch upon ESG-related challenges companies may face on the ground, including workplace safety, supplier training, risk assessment, and responsible supply chain management."
Agenda
16:30–17:00 Registration
17:00–18:00 Presentations
Speakers include:
- Ms. Sarah Sunde, Senior Adviser, Department of enforcement and supervision
- Mr. Bård Bjerken, Chair of Norwegian Business Association China, Senior Lawyer / Shanghai Representative, Wikborg Rein
- Ms. Gina Wang, Head of business development Asia, Quizrr
- Mr. Jacky Han, Partner and Managing Director, CSC Partners
18:00 onwards Dinner and networking
Price
Member: Complimentary
Venue
Residence of Consul General in Shanghai, details will be shared with participants prior to the event
Date & Time
June 8, Monday 2026
16:30-20:00
Language
English
Please note:
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Speakers
Bård Bjerken
Senior Lawyer / Shanghai Representative at Wikborg Rein
Bård Bjerken is a senior lawyer and Shanghai representative at Wikborg Rein, one of Norway’s largest law firms. He is a candidate for re-election to the Board and as Chairman of the association. Over the past three terms, he has actively contributed to the NBA as a board member, including serving as Chairman for the past two terms. Specializing in maritime law and overseeing much of Wikborg Rein's assistance to international clients in China, he brings extensive experience with the issues facing our members. Bård is dual qualified as a Norwegian lawyer and a Solicitor of England & Wales, with experience working in Norway, London and Singapore in addition to over four years in Shanghai.
Jacky Han
Partner and Managing Director of CSC Partners
- Over 15 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing sector
- Specializes in transforming complex supply chain risks into efficient, resilient, and scalable operations
- Expertise in end-to-end supply chain strategy and production bottleneck resolution
- Skilled in implementing robust compliance frameworks across global supply chains
- BSI-certified quality manager and qualified SA8000 auditor
- Proven track record of helping global brands navigate complex vendor ecosystems
- Supports companies in building efficient, scalable, and high-performing supply chain systems across diverse industries
Sarah Sunde
Senior Adviser at Department of enforcement and supervision
Gina Wang
Head of business development Asia at Quizrr
-12 years of expertise in global sustainability, and supply chain responsibility
- Specialized in digital analysis, and scalable sustainability solutions for international supply chains
- Experienced in cross-border stakeholder engagement, multi-market collaboration, and supplier capacity building
- Supports more than 60 global brands and 800+ factories in driving responsible business practices and operational improvement
- Focused on supply chain social (“S”) compliance, worker well-being, and continuous improvement programs through digital learning and engagement tools
