The current ties between China and the European Union have their origins almost half a century ago. During that time, China has opened up to the world, its economy and enterprises made incredible progress; Europe has continued to lead the way in key industries. On both sides, business has been vital in driving development and social change.

To respond to the shared challenges of geopolitical competition, a movement away from globalization and the rapid advancement of disruptive technologies, the world needs responsible, visionary and globally oriented business leaders. It also requires robust communication and exchange between China and Europe, two key players on the world stage. How can we train responsible global leaders equipped to deal with today's challenges? What are the defining characteristics of leadership needed for today's businesses? The 10th Europe Forum 2024, held in both Brussels and Shanghai on Oct. 22, will bring together speakers from the political, diplomatic, business and academic communities of China and Europe to answer these questions and more, exploring how to promote leadership development between China and the EU and seek new paths for future cooperation.