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Dear Members, Patrons, Partners, and Friends,

We are delighted to invite you to an exclusive MedTech Delegation to China on October 31 – November 6, 2026, offering Swiss medtech startups and scale‑ups direct access to one of the world’s most dynamic healthcare markets.

China ranks among the fastest-moving MedTech and Biotech markets globally. Driven by an ageing population, ongoing urbanization and rising demand for high-quality healthcare, the market continues its strong expansion. Yet alongside great innovation potential comes intense local competition and stringent regulatory requirements. Success here favors companies that develop genuine market understanding and adopt well-adapted go-to-market strategies. Swiss enterprises, renowned for technological innovation and superior product quality, are well-positioned to capture unique opportunities by bringing advanced technologies, premium products and specialized services to meet Chinese market needs.

This five-day mission transcends basic market sightseeing. The program focuses on two key locations: Guangzhou and Shanghai. Participants will attend the flagship Swiss Tech Day in Guangzhou, hosted by the Consulate General of Switzerland in Guangzhou, and the International MedTech Forum in Shanghai, co-organized together with Mednovation. Delegates will also secure exhibition opportunities within the Innovation Incubation Special Section at the China International Import Expo (CIIE), where you can showcase companies’ cutting-edge medical-technology innovations, connect with investors, industry partners and potential clients from across China.

By participating in this enlightening expedition, Swiss companies will not only gain a deeper understanding of the Chinese market but also establish meaningful connections with industry leaders, potential partners, and government stakeholders.

Let’s join this journey of innovation, cross-border collaboration and growth within one of the world’s most promising medtech ecosystems. Secure your spot now to explore China’s market potential and accelerate your company’s international development.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Operation Manager, Margarit Ma: margarit.ma@swisscenters.org.

Best regards,

Your Swiss Centers team

Information

Target Audience:

· Managers of companies in the field of medtech, biotech, pharma and its related industries

· People wishing to gain a better understanding and new knowledge of Chinese medtech ecosystem.

Date:
October 31 to November 6, 2026

Language:
English

Registration:
Please register through MedTech Delegation to China 2026 or scan below QR code before September 25^th.

Cost of Participating

Member and Patron price: CHF 3’900.-
Non-member price: CHF 4’500.-

Exclusive Offer: A free booth at CIIE Innovation & Incubation area for participating medtech companies

Included: All expenses in China, including accommodation, transport, meals and organizational costs.

Non-included: International flights, Visa application fee

Program*

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31: ZURICH – HONGKONG

Suggested Flight Zurich - Hongkong (LX 138)
22:30 –17:35 (+1)

Participants may travel via another route and meet us in Hong Kong or in Guangzhou

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1: ZURICH – HONGKONG - GUANGZHOU

17:35 Pick-up at Hongkong Airport
Transfer to Guangzhou by Hign-speed train
Check-in to hotel

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2: GUANGZHOU

Company visits
Visit Guangzhou Bio Island

a national-level biotech innovation hub in Guangzhou. It hosts biotech R&D enterprises and shared technical platforms, focusing on new-drug discovery, biomedicine innovation and industry incubation for life-science players.

Ecosystem briefing: Introduction local partners & incubators
Evening event with Consul General in Guangzhou & Swiss business community

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3: GUANGZHOU - SHANGHAI

· SWISS TECH DAY

o Opening and keynote session

o Company presentations: Delegation members pitch to local audience

o B2B matchmaking with local companies and partners

· Flight to Shanghai

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4: SHANGHAI

MEDNOVATION International Medtech Forum
An annual event that brings together key stakeholders from the medical technology industry, including industry leaders, innovators, researchers, investors, and policymakers.

Keynote Speech

· Innovative MedTech in China Market 2026 and Beyond

· China Investment Landscape in Innovative MedTech Area

· Connecting China and Europe in MedTech - Swiss Perspective

· The local manufacture strategy for MNC

Panel Discussions

- Intellectual property protection in China

· Current practice on patent, trademark, trade secrets, unfair competition in China

· Challenges and best practices of IP protection in China

· Suggestions and considerations for startups, R&D, licensing, tech transfer, M&A in China

- China Market Access: opportunities and obstacles

· Regulatory pathways and strategies for imported medical device

· Healthcare system, reimbursement, pricing, territories

· How China incubator runs and what kinds of support you can find in China for innovations (private or public sector)

· Clinical development in China: challenges and advantages

- Connecting China and Europe in MedTech - Swiss Perspective

· What are the MedTech Innovators’ expectations from China

· What are Chinese MedTech’s apprehensions of European market

· How to cooperate between Europe and China for a win-win outcome

· What are the opportunities for Chinese MedTech manufactures

Sharing the Experiences: Success Story and Pitfalls in China

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5: SHANGHAI

· Company visit to BD or Zhangjiang Bio Park

· Visit the China International Import Expo (CIIE), MedTech Innovation & Incubation Booths
The world's first import-themed national-level expo initiated in 2018

· Sino-Swiss Business Reception
A key economic event in Shanghai for the Sino-Swiss business community

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6: SHANGHAI - ZURICH

· Suggested Flight Shanghai Pudong - Zurich (LX 189)
09:40-16:10