Proforest Releases Forest Risk Commodities Draft Briefing Note for Public Comment at China Overseas Investment Fair Side Event

Proforest, SynTao, South-North Institute for Sustainable Development and Beijing Jinde Consulting Co., Ltd. jointly launched a new draft Briefing Note for public comment analysing China’s Green Supply Chain for Forest-Risk Commodities at a side event as part of the 15^th China Overseas Investment Fair, Beijing on 3 November 2026. 

Co‑hosted by the China Overseas Industry Development Association, South-North Institute for Sustainable Development and China Industry News (with technical support from Proforest), the main theme of this year’s Fair was “High‑quality Belt and Road Cooperation: Forging a New Landscape of Common Development and Prosperity”. Representatives from industry associations, research institutions, domestic and international enterprises, as well as professional service organisations, gathered at the event to explore the new landscape of global ESG development.

The Briefing Note titled “Demand Analysis on China’s Green Supply Chain for Forest-Risk Commodities” focuses on five forest‑risk commodities - palm oil, rubber, timber, soy and beef - and analyses relevant Chinese policies, voluntary requirements, industrial progress and case studies concerning green trade and sustainable supply chains. It also puts forward targeted recommendations, helping stakeholders better understand China’s requirements and progress in building green supply chains for forest‑risk commodities. This is under support of the BRIDGE program, a global initiative to connect supply chain commitments with national and local action on deforestation funded by the UK FCDO’s Forest Governance Markets and Climate (FGMC). 

The launch ceremony took place at a side event themed “Green Global Expansion, Co‑create Value | ESG Compliance Upgrade & Zero‑Carbon Factory Practice” where representatives from the five co‑publishing organisations shared insights on the research outcomes and application prospects. They reaffirmed commitment to supporting the development and international application of high‑quality Chinese standards, offering technical assistance to strengthen supply‑chain traceability, forest conservation and biodiversity management. The organisations aim to foster greener and more responsible trade partnerships between China and commodity‑producing countries, and deliver references for improving green supply‑chain governance systems.

Wan Jian, Deputy Director of Proforest China moderated a roundtable with representatives from industry chambers, construction, consulting, and assurance organisations on navigating global ESG supply-chain rules. The panel stressed that enterprises should enhance compliance, supply-chain traceability, and local stakeholder engagement, using digital tools and international standards to transform regulatory obligations into a long-term competitive edge.

Wan Jian concluded: “As requirements for green trade and sustainable development continue to intensify, Chinese companies are expected to further embed ESG into their global business strategies. They shall consolidate growth foundations through compliance management, sharpen industrial competitiveness via green innovation, and deepen international cooperation through responsible investment. As your trusted technical partner, Proforest stands ready to advance greener and more sustainable Chinese outbound investment, and jointly create new sustainable‑development value with global partners.”

The final version of the Briefing Note will be officially released at a parallel forum of the 14^th China SIF (China Sustainable Investment Forum) Week on 1  December. 

Should you be interested in topics around supply chain risk mitigation, or wish to submit feedback on the Briefing Note, please contact: jian.wan@proforest.net