Maryland-China Business Council, Inc.

The third annual briefing hosted by the Embassy of the Peoples's Republic of China will provide an opportunity to meet and interact with heads of various sections and other staffs of the Embassy. This event helps lay the foundation for MCBC member-initiated relations with key personnel that can facilitate development of future business activities. Senior Embassy personnel will provide perspectives on current US-China relations and on prospects for strengthened business activities. Attendees also will have the opportunity to ask questions and talk one to one with Embassy personnel. Refreshments and a light supper will be provided courtesy of the Embassy.

This event is free to members and costs $50 for non-members. However, if non-members join (for the remainder of 1999 and 2000) prior to the meeting, the fee will be waived. The prorated Individual membership is $75 and Corporate membership is $312.50. Contact MCBC headquarters at mcbc@mcbe.net if you wish to arrange for membership before the November meeting.

Place: Embassy of the People's Republic of China
2300 Connecticut Ave., N. W.
Washington, D. C.
(A several -block walk from Woodley Park Metro Station on Red Line. On-street parking more or less available.)
Date and Time: Nowvmber 17, 1999, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p. m.
Cost: no charge for members, $50.00 for non-members
Pre-registration: REQUIRED BY NOVEMBER 11,1999
No registration or payment at Embassy.
(Reservations will be billed unless canceled by November 12.)
Reservations: By fax: 301-215-7719
By email: csessoms@chindex.com (Attention, Charlene Sessoms)
By mail: Make check payable to "Maryland-China Business Council"
and mail to: Charlene Sessoms
MCBC November Registrar
Chindex International , Inc. 7201 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 703 Bethesda, MD 20814

Be sure to include the forms below for either fax or mail registration. Also, it would assist the Embassy staff in preparing for the session if you would please include basic information about your company and your interests in China business as reflected on the Company Information form.

__ Yes! I will attend the Maryland-China Business Council November Monthly Meeting at the Chinese Embassy
Reserve for ____ members at no charge. Reserve for ____ nonmembers at $50.00 each.
(Please provide names of all attendees)

Name: ___________________________________________Title: _________________ Member?______________

Organization: ______________________________________ Phone: _______________ Fax: _________________

_____My Check for $ ____________ is enclosed. _____ I am faxing registration now and will send $_____ by mail.

____ Please email directions to ______________________.

COMPANY INFORMATION FORM for November 17, 1999 Meeting at Chinese Embassy

Company Name: ___________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________

Contact Person: ____________________________________

Phone: ________________________ Fax: ____________________________

Industry: __________________________________________

Brief Description of Products and Services:____________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________

Current China Activities, if any:________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________

Future China Interests - Areas Where Embassy might Assist:_________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________

Please come join the Maryland-China Business Council at our DC area Networking Breakfast at Chindex International, Inc. Make contacts with the business community involved in China, mingle before you start your business day, and meet individuals from businesses, government, universities, and non-profit institutions that have dealings with China while enjoying a buffet continental breakfast.

Place: Chindex International, Inc.
7201 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 703
Bethesda, MD 20814.
301-215-7777
Parking available in lot across the street and parking garage under the building. Directions provided upon registration.
Date and Time: Nowvmber 3, 1999 7:30 - 9:30 a. m.
Breakfast Menu: Fresh juice, coffee, fruit, bagels and Danishes.
Cost:$10 for members, $20 for non-members
Special offer: If you enjoy your experience and decide to join the MCBC on-site, you will receive the member rate for the breakfast, a saving of $10.
Pre-registration: REQUIRED BY NOVEMBER 1,1999
(Reservations will be billed unless canceled by November 1, 1999)
Reservations: By fax: 301-215-7719
By email: csessoms@chindex.com (Attention, Charlene Sessoms)
By mail: Make check payable to "Maryland-China Business Council" and mail to:
Charlene Sessoms
7201 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 703
Bethesda, MD 20814

Be sure to include the form below for fax, email, or mail registration.

MCBC NOVEMBER 3, 1999
Networking Breakfast
Chindex International, Inc.
Bethesda, MD

To register, please fill out this form and fax it to 410-418-9234,
Attention: Charlene Sessoms, or mail it with payment to address above:

__ Yes! I will attend the Maryland-China Business Council Networking Breakfast at Chindex International.
Reserve for ____ members at $10 each. Reserve for ____ nonmembers at $ 20 each.
(Please provide names of all attendees)

Name: ___________________________________________Title: _________________ Member?______________

Organization: ______________________________________ Phone: _______________ Fax: _________________

_____My Check for $ ____________ is enclosed. _____ I am faxing registration now and will send $_____ by mail.

____ Please email directions to ______________________.

Cancellations must be made by November 1, 1999. No-shows will be billed.

For other information, please call Charlene Sessoms at 301-215-7777 or email: csessoms@chindex.com.

UPCOMING MCBC EVENTS

DC Area Networking Breakfast, November 3, 1999

Please join the Maryland-China Business Council at our networking breakfasts in Washington D.C. in November. Make contacts with the business community involved in China; mingle before you start your business day.

Wednesday November 3, 1999, US China Industrial Exchange, Bethesda, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.

For other information, please call Charlene Sessoms at 301-215-7777 or email: csessoms@chindex.com.

Meet and Interact with Officials of the Chinese Embassy -- November Meeting

MCBC is pleased to announce its third annual briefing and get acquainted session with the Embassy of The People's Republic of China. Heads of various sections of the Embassy will explain the nature of their responsibilities and give their perspectives on a range of subjects. Attendees will be given the opportunity to ask questions and to otherwise interact with these officials. Refreshments and a light supper will be provided courtesy of the Embassy.

Place: Chindex International, Inc.
Chindex International, Inc.
7201 Wisconsin Avenue
Suite 703
Bethesda, MD 20814.

Date: November 17,1999

Cost: Member Free. Non-Member $50.

MCBC MEETING CALENDAR 1999-2000

Date	Location	Topic	Time	Chair
15-Sep	University of Maryland	Institute for Global Chinese Affairs Program: Business panels	5:30 p.m.	Joe Willmott
6-Oct	University of Baltimore	Networking breakfast	7:30 a.m.	Judy Tso
3-Nov	Washington -- Chindex	Networking breakfast	7:30 a.m.	Judy Tso
17- Nov	Chinese Embassy	by Embassy staff	6:30 p.m.	Anthony Goh
Dec	Open	Open	Open	Open
12- Dec	University of Baltimroe	Annal Meeting Program: Business panel	5:30 p.m.	Frank Bowman
2-Feb	Washington area	Chinese New Years Banquet	5:30 p.m.	Anthony Goh
15-Mar	Washington area	Program: Chinese economy	5:30 p.m.	John Holdridge
15-Mar	Washington area	Program: Chinese economy	5:30 p.m.	John Holdridge
12-Apr	Washington area	Program: Regulatory and legal aspects of investing in China	5:30 p.m.	Bob Goodwin
17-May	Washington area	Program: US-China relations	5:30 p.m.	John Holdridge
14-June	Baltimore are	Picnic with Embassy	5:30 p.m.	Charlie Bao

MCBC Gratefully Acknowledgs the Support of Corporate Sponsor, Bitco International and Contributing Members, GloboAsia, LLC, and Triway Enterprise, Inc.

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