Frequently Asked Questions about the BioCentury & BayHelix China Healthcare Summit:

Why is the Summit Important?

For a dozen years, BioCentury and our partners BayHelix and McKinsey & Company have hosted a China Healthcare Summit in Shanghai. It is THE place to meet China biotech CEOs, VCs, CDMOs, and big pharma leaders.

Who should attend?

  • Biotechs: C-Suite (CEOs, CFOs, CBOs) from China, Asia and the West looking to find partners and investors.
  • Pharma: BD&L and strategy leaders looking to source innovation from China.
  • Investors: VCs, PEs, hedge funds.

Who will I meet?
You will meet a “who’s who” of the biopharma industry. Click on this link for a list of who is registered to attend.

What will I learn?

  • How are China biotechs generating faster clinical data for their assets?
  • What policies have China regulators adopted to help accelerate R&D?
  • How can I source innovation from China?
  • How can China de-risk Western and Asia assets via faster clinical data?
  • What are the top China assets available for licensing or NewCos?
  • Where is China innovation heading next on targets, modalities and indications?
  • Which CDMOs and service providers can help accelerate my pipeline?
  • What licensing and NewCo opportunities are available in Korea, Singapore and other emerging Asia markets?

When is the Summit?

The 12th China Healthcare Summit takes place Oct. 22-24, at the St Regis Shanghai Jingan.

How do I book my hotel room?

Conference delegates may book hotel rooms at a special rate of 1,372.21 CNY per night. You must make your own reservation prior to Oct. 17 to receive this reduced rate. CLICK HERE to book your reservations online.

Do I need a business visa to attend?

International delegates may require a business visa to enter China. BioCentury and BayHelix would be pleased to provide you with a visa invitation letter. For more information, visit our Hotel & Travel Information page.

Is there a partnering system?

Yes, the China Summit has two days of onsite partnering (Oct. 23-24) plus two bonus days (Oct. 28-29) of virtual partnering. All delegates receive access to the partnering system. Partnering opens on Sept. 22.

Do I need to register separately for the networking receptions?

All China Summit delegates receive access to the Welcome Reception (Oct. 22), Networking Reception and Gala Dinner (Oct. 23) and Closing Reception (Oct. 24). You do not need to register separately.

In addition, there is an invitation-only CEO and Investor After-Hours Reception (Oct. 22). To attend, you must RSVP. Seats are limited. To request an invitation, contact Brian Denker at conferences@BioCentury.com.

What if I can’t attend in person?
Register instead for a virtual pass which includes: (1) live streaming of all panels; (2) two days of virtual partnering (Oct. 28-29); (3) access to all panel recordings for 30 days after the event.

Can I present?

Absolutely! BioCentury is accepting nominations to join this year’s Presenting Company Class. To apply, click here.

Are there discounts to attend?

Please register by July 18 for the Early Bird discount (best pricing) or by Sept. 19 for the Advanced Rate discount.

Additional discounts are available for BayHelix and RDPAC members and members of Supporting Organizations. Please contact BioCentury to learn more: ChinaSummitHelp@BioCentury.com.

There is also a special “China Entrepreneur” rate for founders and senior management of China-based healthcare startups in the products space. This rate is subject to approval and excludes consultants, advisors, investors, multinational companies and listed biotechs. There is a limit of two registrations per company at this flat rate (no additional Early Bird or Advanced Rate discounts). To see if you qualify, please email: ChinaSummitHelp@BioCentury.com.

Please note, given demand there are no complimentary passes for investors. However, investors may be eligible for the discounts referenced above.

Can I pay in RMB and receive a Fapiao?

Yes, you may pay in China RMB and receive a Fapiao receipt. Please email ChinaSummitHelp@BioCentury.com for instructions on how to register this way.

Can I sponsor?
Yes. Sponsors have the opportunity to deliver thought leadership and elevate their brand. A limited number of sponsorship packages remain. To learn more, please email conferences@BioCentury.com.

How do I join the visit to Shanghai’s Zhangjiang Park?

This year, BioCentury and BayHelix will host a tour of Shanghai's Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park (Oct. 22, 8am-3pm), home to multinational pharmas, CDMOs and rising China biotechs. See the park's scale, explore business opportunities, meet biopharma leaders at an exclusive networking lunch. Transportation is provided. Seats are limited. You must be registered for the full China Summit to join. Please RSVP to Brian Denker at conferences@BioCentury.com.

How do I join the CEO and Investor-only reception?
This year, BioCentury and BayHelix will host an invitation-only, after-hours reception (Oct. 22, 8am-9:30am) for Presenting Company CEOs and investors. To attend you must RSVP. No walk-ups accepted. Seats are limited. To request an invitation, contact Brian Denker at conferences@BioCentury.com.

When do I get a copy of the conference reports?
This year, Insights Partner McKinsey & Company will issue two conference reports (biotech, medtech) with exclusive data on the local ecosystem. Advanced access to McKinsey's reports is available exclusively to all China Summit delegates. Links to the reports will be emailed to all delegates following the event.

How do I join the WeChat Group?
All China Summit delegates receive access to the conference WeChat group. Join after registration to build your network and receive updates from the BioCentury team. To request access, email: ChinaSummitHelp@BioCentury.com.

How do I receive complimentary access to BioCentury’s business intelligence platform?
All delegates to the China Summit receive complimentary access to BioCentury’s business intelligence platform. You may use the platform to prepare for your partnering meetings. Research pipelines, deals, financings and BioCentury’s proprietary analysis. To request access and an online training session, email: ChinaSummitHelp@BioCentury.com.

Additional questions?
Please email: ChinaSummitHelp@BioCentury.com