"She Connects" • African and Chinese Female Entrepreneurs "Visit Haidian" Business Negotiation Plan

I. Background and Policy Basis

1. Policy Opportunities

Following the 2024 Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit, China announced zero-tariff treatment for 100% of tariff lines to 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations, marking a new phase of comprehensive quality improvement in Sino-African economic cooperation. As a key node city along the Belt and Road Initiative, Beijing is actively building a highland for Africa-focused collaboration. This event precisely aligns with national strategy, focusing on "her power," to establish a pragmatic platform connecting Chinese and African female entrepreneurs and advance the implementation of the Belt and Road Initiative in women's economic empowerment.

2. Project Foundation

This initiative leverages resources from the GFEEP (Global Female Entrepreneurship Education and Empowerment Program), which has trained female entrepreneurs in Africa and along the Belt and Road route for multiple years. In 2026 year, 8 month, approximately 70 elite female entrepreneurs—including representatives from government promotion agencies, heads of business associations, and SME owners—from West and Southern Africa will travel to China for training at Beijing Foreign Studies University. This event serves as a core component of its industry matching and practical teaching activities.

2. Organizational Structure

III. Core Objectives

1. Precise Matching

Connect 70 African female entrepreneurs with 20-30 top-tier companies in Beijing and across China for in-depth business discussions.

2. Deliverables

Aim to sign 3–4 Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) on-site and establish a complete database of partnership leads.

3. Mutual empowerment

oNon-Chinese: Gain hands-on expertise in the Chinese market and connect precisely with buyers, distributors, and investment partners.

oChina: Expand trade channels with Africa to connect African specialty products, raw materials, and market opportunities.

4. Long-term Community

Establish the "Silk Road Women's Power" liaison group to create a long-term communication and cooperation mechanism.

IV. Core Integration Areas

• Agriculture/Food Processing (African Coffee, Cocoa, Nuts, Honey, Cooking Oil, etc.)
• Handicrafts / Consumer Goods (African wood carvings, textiles, jewelry, etc.)
• Cross-border E-commerce and Logistics Services
• New Energy and Manufacturing (Photovoltaics, Agricultural Machinery, Auto Parts, etc.)
• Travel, Events & Medical Wellness

5. Schedule (Venue Usage Guidelines)

Core Venue Requirements：

·        Main Hall (Conference Room): Capacity for 100+ attendees, equipped with LED/projector, audio system, and simultaneous interpretation equipment.

·        Exhibition Zone: Accommodates 10-20 standard booths (3m × 2m each), located near the main venue

·        Cold Buffet Area: Dedicated space for standing dining and networking.

·        Front Desk / Check-in Area: Optimized for material placement and staff movement

VI. Expected Outcomes and Social Benefits

1. Economic Benefits

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2. Social Benefits

• Align with national strategy: Directly supports the implementation of outcomes from the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), contributing to Beijing's“Belt and Road Initiative”Building an international exchange center.
• Empower women economically: Focused on female entrepreneurs, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 5—Gender equality.
• Elevate the Park's InternationalizationIntroduce high-caliber international business events to Haidian District (Zhongguancun Exhibition Center) to enhance the region's global influence.
• Brand CommunicationMainstream media and African media offices in China will be invited to cover the event, enhancing the social visibility of the organizer and venue.

3. Sustainability of the event

This is a series brand campaign.“She Connects · Explore Haidian”The inaugural event is planned to be held in Beijing throughout next year.10Similar trade and business matching events held around the venue (targeting regions such as Africa, Southeast Asia, Central and Eastern Europe), with a commitment to long-term venue partnerships.3-4one.