On September 13 the Danish Prime Minister, H.E. Helle
Thorning-Schmidt, and a delegation of CEO’s and specialists in the
maritime industry attended a Sino-Danish Marine event in Shanghai, where the joint future of Danish and Chinese maritime industry was discussed.Organized by Danish Maritime, Danish Export Association and Ministry
of Foreign Affairs Denmark and funded by Danish Maritime Fund, the
objective of the event was to discuss and share opinions on the future
of Danish-Chinese maritime industry. The speakers all shared their
perspective on the short-, middle- and long-term future for shipbuilding globally.High standards forms the futureIn the subsequent panel discussion it was discussed how Denmark and
China in collaboration can navigate through the challenges and
opportunities of the future with benefit for both countries. Thorning-Schmidt said on that topic:“In Denmark we base ourselves on international regulations for
the maritime industry, and we believe in high standards. I know that
China is also a strong supporter of international rules and quality
shipping. That is why I truly believe that continued dialogue, more
trade and increased cooperation between our nations is very important to both our countries. I am certain that we will be able to make use of
the opportunities before us, and work even closer together in the future for our mutual benefit.”High level guests participatedBesides the Prime Minister and the delegation, Danish and Chinese
officials as well as high level representatives from the Danish and
Chinese maritime industry participated in the event. Danish Ambassador
to China, Mr. Friis Arne Petersen, Danish Consul General to China, Mr.
Karsten Ankjær Jensen, Chairman of Shanghai International Port Group,
Mr. Chen Xuyuan, CEO of Danish Maritime, Ms. Jenny N. Braat, CEO of
Maersk Terminals, A.P. Moeller Maersk, Kim Fejfer were also among the
participating guests at the event. After the event, the Prime Minister
went back to Denmark.
WORLD SHIPPING
17 September 2012 - 13:50
Denmark and China Expand Collaboration in Maritime Industry
On September 13 the Danish Prime Minister, H.E. Helle Thorning-Schmidt, and a delegation of CEO’s and specialists in the maritime industry attended a Sino-Danish Marine event in Shanghai, where the joint future of Danish and Chinese maritime industry was discussed.
WORLD SHIPPING
17 September 2012 - 13:50
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