In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, less attention has been paid to corporate compliance. Yet, corruption and fraud remain as a reality for many businesses operating in China. Managing these problems can be challenging, which is why SwedCham is happy to invite the founder and CEOof PSU Consulting, Lars Åke-Severin as well as specialist counsel at Mannheimer Swartling, Simon Shi, to share their insights on this topic!

On this presentation, we will:

• Go through case studies based on true events
• Delve into how corruption and internal frauds have developedand how it has been dealt with
• Observe recent updates to see if we have learned anything from past mistakes
• Look at what the best practice is and what the outcome has been of implementing certain measures
• Discuss if COVID-19 has affected had any affect on how we look at corruption and fraud

This event is perfect if you want to work proactively and preventative in order to mitigate any risks of internal corruption or fraud issues.

Where: SEB Shanghai Branch Office, Units 3301-05 & 15-16, 33/F, Two IFC, Shanghai IFC, 8 Century Avenue, Pudong New Area, Shanghai

When: 16th of September, 09:00-11:00

About the speakers

Lars-Åke Severin, Founder and CEO, PSU Consulting

Lars-Åke Severin founded PSU in China in 2006 and is one of the leading foreign experts on security management and internal investigations in China. Lars-Åke is the chairman of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in China and director and member of the board of the Swedish industrial company Bulten (China).

Simon Shi (施琦), Specialist Counsel, Mannheimer Swartling

Simon Shi joined Mannheimer Swartling in 2015 and is now a specialist counsel for the firm. Before joining Mannheimer Swartling, Simon worked as an associate for a prestigious UK firm for 5 years. Simon is specialized in foreign investment in China and has advised many European companies on M&A transactions, compliance and other corporate matters.