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APREA China Summit

2025 APREA China Summit is the flagship event of the APREA China Chapter. The summit will be held at Shanghai Jing'an Shangri-La on June 26th, focusing on the theme of "Decoding the Future Landscape of the New Economy Real Assets". It will gather industry leaders, international investors, and seasoned practitioners from the government, business, and academic circles to discuss the forward-looking trends and sustainable development paths of China's REITs and real assets market.

The summit will focus on cutting-edge issues in the real estate industry through 5 thematic forums and 4 in-depth speeches, exploring:

  • REITs Market Outlook
  • Investment Opportunities and Challenges under the Policy
  • Real Estate Decarbonization
  • ESG Practices and Green Finance Innovation
  • Urban Renewal & Data Centers:
  • Space Operation Upgrades in the New Economic Landscape
  • Pre-REITs & Asset Securitization
  • Practical Analysis of Full-cycle Asset Management
  • New Consumption & Commercial Real Estate
  • Reimagining Asset Value in the Experience Economy
  • International Investment & Cross-border Cooperation
  • Capital Flows and Allocation from a Global Perspective

Delegate Fees

APREA Member  Non-Member
APREA 20 Years Package – Conference & Dinner Includes 2 coffee breaks, 1 buffet lunch, 1 sitdown dinner

USD 481

USD 687
Conference Only Includes 2 coffee breaks, 1 buffet lunch 1 complimentary delegate pass per member company Additional pass: USD 371 USD 550
Dinner Only USD 137 USD 179
 

Earlybird Discounted Delegate Fees (until 31 May 2025)

 
APREA Member  Non-Member
APREA 20 Years Package – Conference & Dinner Includes 2 coffee breaks, 1 buffet lunch, 1 sitdown dinner USD 440 (Usual Price USD 481) USD 619 (Usual Price USD 687)
Conference Only Includes 2 coffee breaks, 1 buffet lunch USD 344 (Usual Price USD 371) USD 495 (Usual Price USD 550)
Dinner Only USD 124 (Usual Price USD 137) USD 165 (Usual Price USD 179)
 

Programme

Conference Program
26 June 2025

Emcee

Sunny Mu

Sunny Mu

Sales, North Asia
STR

8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Registration
9:00 AM to 9:10 AM
Welcome Remarks

Speaker

Sigrid Zialcita

Sigrid Zialcita

CEO
APREA

9:10 AM to 9:30 AM
Welcome Remarks & Keynote Speech

Speaker

David Chen

David Chen

Chairman
APREA China Chapter

Chairman and CEO
F.O.G Capital & Asset Management

9:30 AM to 9:50 AM
Keynote Speech by the Guest of Honour

Speaker

Xie Jihua

Xie Jihua

General Manager, Shanghai Yangpu Technology Business Incubator

Chairman, Shanghai Technology Exchange

Chairman, National Eastern Tech-Transfer Center

Chairman, Kechen Venture Capital

Chairman, Shanghai Technology Exchange International Trade Center

9:50 AM to 10:10 AM
Keynote Presentation: REITs Operation & Future Trends Analysis

A presentation on a relevant topic, potentially covering emerging trends, such as distressed property, opportunity investment,innovative business models, or successful case studies in the real estate sector.

Speaker

Christina Hau

Christina Hau

Chairperson
APREA Hong Kong Chapter

CEO
Champion REIT

10:10 AM to 10:30 AM
Coffee/Tea Break
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Panel Discussion 1: The Road from Pre-REIT to C-REIT

This session discusses the essential steps before launching a REIT, focusing on the preparation needed to structure real estate assets effectively. Learn about the critical legal, financial, and operational considerations that lay the groundwork for a successful REIT. We will also take a look at key challenges and solutions when preparing assets for a future REIT conversion.

Panelist

Eric Lee

Eric Lee

Head of C-REITs Business
China Life Capital Investment Company Limited

Panelist

Frederic Wu

Frederic Wu

Managing Director, Head of REITs Department, Co-Head of Structured Finance Department
Guotai Haitong Securities Co.

Panelist

Hu Kun

Hu Kun

General Manager Assistant,
GREATWALL WEALTH I.A.M.C.

Panelist

Jiang Nan

Jiang Nan

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

Panelist

Yan Yinzhi

Yan Yinzhi

Executive Director
Dajia Investment Holding

Moderator

Tracey Zhang

Tracey Zhang

Financial Services Leader, Tax
KPMG China

11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Panel Discussion 2: The Post-REITs Playbook

As China’s REIT market expands, attention is turning to post-listing management—how to optimize assets, enhance performance, and meet stakeholder expectations. This panel will explore the realities of post-REIT operations, including assets optimization, capital improvements, and transparent reporting. Gain insights into how REIT managers in China are driving long-term value after the IPO.

Panelist

Zhuang Qifei

Zhuang Qifei

CIO & CFO
BAILIAN GROUP

Panelist

Li Yaoguang

Li Yaoguang

Director of Board, Deputy General Manager, Managing Director
CICC Fund Management Ltd.

Panelist

Song Xin

Song Xin

Assistant General Manager
AVIC Fund Management

General Manager
Real Estate Investment Department

Panelist

Yu Yue

Yu Yue

Chief Analyst of Real Estate and REITs
Cinda Securities

Panelist

Zhang Jiulong

Zhang Jiulong

Senior Vice President
China Asset Management

Moderator

Sunny Zhang

Sunny Zhang

FRICS, CCIM, GRESB AP Chair
BOMA China Research Committee

Standing Director
IFFRE

12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch

Emcee

Vivian Dai

Vivian Dai

Head of Operations
Alter Domus China

1:30 PM to 1:50 PM
Keynote Presentation: Commercial Real Estate Investment in China’s New Economy

A presentation on a relevant topic, potentially covering emerging trends, such as AI, Green Economy Transition, Disruptive Innovation Frontiers, etc..

Speaker

Alan Li

Alan Li

President
CBRE China

1:50 PM to 2:50 PM
Panel Discussion 3: New Consumption Trend & Commercial Real Estate

This panel explores how shifting consumer behavior is redefining the traditional commercial real estate landscape in China. From evolving retail preferences to the rise of experiential spaces and mixed-use developments, real estate players must adapt to stay competitive. Learn how leading investors and developers are responding to these trends with innovation, flexibility, and new value creation strategies.

Panelist

Huang Yaqun

Huang Yaqun

Founding Partner & Product Brand Center
HZM Capital

Panelist

Wan Shuihang

Wan Shuihang

Managing Director
EBA Investment

Panelist

YY

YY

Creator, Founder
YY’s Studio

Panelist

Zhang Cunli

Zhang Cunli

Assistant General Manager
China Overseas Commercial Properties CO.,Ltd.

Global Head
COOC

Moderator

Clare Chang

Clare Chang

Managing Director, Greater China
IQ-EQ

2:50 PM to 3:10 PM
Coffee/Tea Break
3:10 PM to 4:10 PM
Panel Discussion 4: New Economy, New Opportunities

This panel delves into the rapid rise of Data Centers and new economy industries in China’s real estate ecosystem. As digital infrastructure becomes a critical growth engine, we will examine key drivers, emerging technologies, and the evolving role of capital. Gain insights into how investors are positioning themselves in this high-demand, high-impact sector.

Panelist

Alex Zhang

Alex Zhang

Vice President
GDS Services

Panelist

Hank Hsu

Hank Hsu

Deputy Chairman
APREA China Chapter

Co-Founder & CEO
Forest Logistics Properties

Panelist

John Chen

John Chen

Founder & CEO
Square Capital

Panelist

Mia Guan

Mia Guan

Director, Commercial, Data Center, China Group Data Centre
ESR China

Panelist

Wang Bin (David)

Wang Bin (David)

Founder & CEO
DC-Science

Moderator

Catherine Shen

Catherine Shen

Partner
Commerce & Finance Law Offices

4:10 PM to 5:10 PM
Panel Discussion 5: Global Investment View

This panel brings together global investors their perspectives on deploying capital into China’s real assets sector. How is international capital approaching Chinese markets amid shifting fundamentals and regulatory complexity? From risk-adjusted returns to portfolio diversification, learn how global players are identifying opportunities and managing exposure in one of the world’s most important investment destinations.

Panelist

Grina Liu

Grina Liu

Vice President
Brookfield

Panelist

Jeffrey Hu

Jeffrey Hu

Chief Investment Officer & Co-Founder
Gaolu Group

Panelist

John Zheng

John Zheng

Managing Director, Head of Private Capital Markets, China
CapitaLand Investment(China)

Panelist

Randolph Zhao

Randolph Zhao

Managing Director, Real Estate Shanghai
KKR

Moderator

Garcia Xia

Garcia Xia

Partner
Ernst & Young, Greater China

5:10 PM to 5:20 PM
Closing Remarks

Speaker

Dr. Lijian Chen

Dr. Lijian Chen

Board Member, APREA

Past Chairman, APREA China Chapter

CEO, COS Capital International Co. Ltd.

5:20 PM to 7:00 PM
Networking Cocktails
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Gala Dinner
Study Tour
27 June 2025

1:40 PM to 2:00 PM
Registration
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Option 1: The Bund– City Hall Plaza

Chen Yi Mayor’s Office Theme Exhibition Area Located in the Old Municipal Office Building at No. 215 Middle Jiangxi Road, the building integrates the protection and utilization of red cultural resources with urban renewal, relying on the form of Mayor Chen Yi’s office in the Old Municipal Office Building and the space of the red genes of the historical building. The theme exhibition was created by fully displaying in the theme exhibition, and the desks, chairs, bookcases, etc. used by Mayor Chen Yi are presented in their original state, restoring the historical scenes. The exhibition is also based on the combination of display with physical objects, models, digital media, and other means of display, which is the best witness to the history of the Chinese Communists who fought with blood and hardship to liberate, take over, and build up Shanghai. From October 6, 2023, the “Building a People’s City – Chen Yi Mayor’s Office Theme Exhibition” started its trial operation.

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Cancellation & Transfer Policy

  • Cancellations for conference/event delegate passes must be made in writing to APREA at least two weeks before the event. APREA reserves the right to refund registration fees at its discretion, minus a processing fee of 20% of the ticket charge. Cancellations received thereafter will not be refunded, but can be used as credit for a future event.
  • Registrations can be transferred to another eligible member of the same organisation. All transfer of registration should be informed in writing to APREA at least one week before the event.

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.