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APREA China Conference

The APREA China Conference is a must-attend event that brings together global leaders, industry experts, and investors to explore opportunities in the Chinese real asset market.

With a diverse range of asset classes and a rapidly evolving regulatory framework, China's real assets industry is poised for significant expansion in the years to come.

Attendees can expect insightful discussions on emerging trends, winning strategies, and untapped opportunities in this burgeoning sector. Don't miss the chance to learn and connect with key stakeholders who are shaping the future of China's real assets industry.

All sessions will be conducted in Chinese.

DELEGATE FEES
 APREA MemberNon-Member
Delegate PassUSD 399
(*additional representative)
USD 599

Programme

25 June 2024

11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Women Leaders in Real Assets Luncheon

The luncheon will gather a diverse group of leaders in APREA, and
offers an opportunity to exchange valuable insights on
empowering women and fostering diversity and inclusivity in the real assets industry.

3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Investment Circle

The Investment Circle provides a platform for investors, fund and asset managers, and industry professionals to network and exchange insights on investment trends in China’s real assets industry.

26 June 2024

1:00 – 1:10
Welcome Remarks

Speaker

Sigrid Zialcita

Sigrid Zialcita

CEO
APREA

Speaker

Dr. Lijian Chen

Dr. Lijian Chen

Board Member, APREA

Past Chairman, APREA China Chapter

CEO, COS Capital International Co. Ltd.

1:10 – 1:55
Panel Discussion 1: Long China: Looking Beyond the Short-Term

As the world’s second largest economy, China’s substantial market size and robust growth potential continue to attract investors globally. This session explores long-term investment opportunities in real assets.

  • Why take a Long China strategy?
  • Which sectors are most attractive to the investors?
  • What are your short-term, middle-term and long-term views on the China real asset market?

Panelist

Hank Hsu

Hank Hsu

Deputy Chairman
APREA China Chapter

Co-Founder & CEO
Forest Logistics Properties

Panelist

Li Zhenpeng

Li Zhenpeng

Managing Director, Head of Infrastructure and real assets Investment
Taikang Asset Management

Panelist

Luke Li

Luke Li

Managing Director
ESR China

Panelist

Wan Shuihang

Wan Shuihang

Managing Director
EBA Investment

Moderator

Ling Sun

Ling Sun

Head of Capital Markets, East Asia
JLL

1:55 – 2:40
Panel Discussion 2: Roadmap to REIT Success

The global expansion of REITs markets presents plenty of opportunities, supported by regulatory frameworks and market dynamics. Explore the intricacies of building successful REITs in the Asia Pacific, spanning from regulatory compliance to effective asset management and REITs administration. Gain insights into the key factors driving the success of REITs.

  • What regulatory frameworks and market dynamics are instrumental in shaping the development and management of REITs across diverse international markets?
  • What critical steps are involved in ensuring the success of REITs on a global scale, particularly focusing on development, asset management, and REITs administration?

Panelist

Damon Wang, CFA, FRM

Damon Wang, CFA, FRM

Head of Asia-Pacific, Public Real Estate Securities
Heitman

Panelist

Pan Wei

Pan Wei

Managing Director
CICC Fix Income

Panelist

Yang Yu

Yang Yu

Head of the Company Managing Director
China Life Capital

Panelist

Zeng Caixia

Zeng Caixia

COO
Ping An Real Estate

Moderator

Tracey Zhang

Tracey Zhang

Financial Services Leader, Tax
KPMG China

2:40 – 3:00
Afternoon Tea
3:00 – 3:45
Panel Discussion 3: Pre-REIT: Navigating the Path for Future Opportunities

This session will focus on the Pre-REITs investment and asset management in China.

  • Who are the LPs for Pre-REITs?
  • How do you select the underlying assets for the Pre-REITs?
  • How do you cultivate the assets to be listed to REITs?
  • What are the current challenges for the Pre-REITs in China?

Panelist

Chen Xiaobo

Chen Xiaobo

Ex-Chairman
Shanghai City Investment

Panelist

Jiang Zhe

Jiang Zhe

Managing Director, General Manager, Special Assets Investment
Cinda Asset Management

Panelist

Jiang Nan

Jiang Nan

Executive Director, Investment Department
Shenzhen Capital Real Estate (SCGC) Realty Capital

Moderator

Sunny Zhang

Sunny Zhang

FRICS, CCIM, GRESB AP Chair
BOMA China Research Committee

Standing Director
IFFRE

3:45 – 4:30
Panel Discussion 4: Unlocking Value: Post-REITs Management

Representatives from various sectors such as rental housing, consuming infrastructure, logistics, industrial parks, and renewable energy REITs will collectively discuss asset investment and screening in the professional asset management after REITs listing. This includes enhancing asset value, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement to increase REITs returns.

  • What are the challenges you face after listing the REITs?
  • How do you increase underlying asset’s value to provide a higher return for investors?
  • Which REITs asset class is best for investment?

Panelist

Fan Guangyin

Fan Guangyin

Deputy Head, Investment
Lingang Group

Panelist

Mo Yifan

Mo Yifan

Head of Infrastructure & Real Estate Investment
China Asset Management

Panelist

Su Rui

Su Rui

Head of Real Assets & REITs
Guotai Junan Asset Management

Panelist

Wang Hanting

Wang Hanting

Head of REITs, Real Asset Investment, Head of REITs Operation
Guotai Junan Asset Management

Moderator

Alex Gong

Alex Gong

Partner
Baker McKenzie

4:30 – 5:15
Panel Discussion 5: New Horizons: The Transformative Impact of New Quality Productive Forces

This session will delve into the new quality productive forces, including digital assets, real estate technology, artificial intelligence. We willl look into how these innovations are reshaping the dynamics of the real estate and REITs market, propelling it towards unprecedented growth and efficiency.

Panelist

Dr Sihai Cao

Dr Sihai Cao

Assist Vice President, Marketing Development Department
Towngas Smart Energy

Panelist

Kitty Cheung

Kitty Cheung

Director, Marketing & ESG, Greater China
Hines

Panelist

Li Wenjie

Li Wenjie

Deputy Dean
Suzhou Industrial Park Urban Development Research Institute

Panelist

Paul Deng

Paul Deng

Chief Representative of China
GRESB

Moderator

Ni Qing

Ni Qing

ESG Markets Leader for Mainland & HK, Climate & Sustainability Leader
PwC China

5:15 – 5:20
Closing Remarks
5:20 onwards
Networking Cocktails

APREA’s Commitment to Sustainability in Our Events

APREA is committed to making our events more environmentally responsible. We work closely with our event partners, venues, and suppliers to embed sustainability into the way we plan and execute our gatherings across the region. Our goal is to continually reduce our environmental footprint and promote responsible practices across the real assets industry.

Our key sustainability measures in our events include:

  • Sourcing energy-efficient venues with green certifications or demonstrated sustainable operations.
  • Minimizing single-use plastics, including limiting or eliminating plastic water bottles in favor of refill stations or reusable alternatives.
  • Reducing printed materials and handouts.
  • Using recycled or sustainably sourced paper when printing is necessary.
  • Partnering with vendors and caterers who prioritize sustainable sourcing, local produce, and low-waste food practices.
  • Educating attendees on sustainability efforts at the event and encouraging participation in green practices.

Through these steps, we aim to make every APREA event a reflection of our broader commitment to a more responsible and resilient industry.