The Confucius Institute for Scotland in the University of Edinburgh

The November talk hosted by the Edinburgh branch of the Scotland China Association will be given by Kester Newill whose topic is `Implementing development projects in western China -the `path` to success`

Based on his experiences volunteering for, managing and consulting on development projects in western China, Kester`s talk will outline some typical challenges. He will demonstrate how a clear monitoring and evaluation plan can strengthen projects. `Path` is an acronym for four essential project qualities that he will use to explain and expand the issues.

Admission free. All welcome.

VENUE: The Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace at the junction of Victoria Terrace and the Upper Row off the Royal Mile/Lawnmarket

DATE & TIME: Tuesday 9 Nov 2010, 7pm for 7.30pm.

This free event aims to provide Scottish SMEs with basic information about China. With speakers drawn from the University of Glasgow and Scottish business people the event is organised by the University`s Innovation Network.

Taking place on Friday 5th November from 2pm-5pm the seminar will be held in the University of Glasgow`s Sir Charles Wilson Building, on the corner of University Avenue and Gibson Street. The programme outline is shown below.

Registration is from 1.30 for the programme which includes the topics and speakers as shown below:

Prof Jane Duckett, University of Glasgow: `China: what do you need to know about it government and politics?`

Prof Catherine Schenk, University of Glasgow: `The Changing Business Environment in China`

Mr Vince Cunningham CBBC: ` Doing business in China`

Ms Carole Couper, University of Glasgow: `McEwan`s 1856: a case study of brewing and marketing a Scottish brand in China`

Mr Ross Clark Scottish Chambers International: `International Trade-new suppport for Scottish businesses`

This event is free but advance registration is requested. For more information or to reserve a seat please email Yushin.Toda@glasgow.ac.uk or Kara.Mackenzie@glasgow.ac.uk

`Implementing development projects in western China - the `path` to success` is the title of the talk to be given on Tuesday 9 November by Kester Newill at 7pm for 7.30pm

Based on his experiences volunteering for, managing and consulting on development projects in western China, Kester`s talk will outline some typical challenges. He will demonstrate how a clear monitoring and evaluation plan can strengthen projects. `Path` is an acronym for four essential project qualities that he will use to explain and expand the issues.

SCA run a regular series of events which take place in
The Meeting House, 7 Victoria Terrace, at the junction of Victoria Terrace and the Upper Row, just off the Royal Mile/Lawnmarket.

Admission is free. All welcome.

The Glasgow branch of Scotland China Association second talk of its 2010-2011 programme will take place on Tuesday 26th October.

Ms Xiaoxin (Ellie) Li will talk on the topic of Contemporary Chinese Art.

The talk takes place at Garnethill Multicultural Centre, 21 Rose St, Glasgow G3 6RE on Tuesday 26th October 2010 at 7.30pm.

Attendance to the talk is free, but places are limited. Priorities are given to members of CBBC and SCA. There will be a networking drink afterwards at the Waxy O’Connor’s bar (44 West George Street, Glasgow G2 1DH) for which a £5 contribution towards drink & snacks is collected on the night.

For further information about Scotland China Association please visit their website at www.scotchina.org

Chinese singer and storyteller Fong Liu leads the audience on an enchanting journey through an Chinese legend, while fellow Harmony Ensemble members Hooi Ling Eng and Eddie McGuire respond with original, improvised and traditional music.

All tickets are subject to availability so please book them in advance on 0131 556 9579 or online from the Edinburgh Festivals Website .

VENUE: Netherbow Theatre, Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR

DATE: Saturday 23 October
TIME: 19.00