BUSINESSES in Bolton are being urged to take advantage of the growing trade and investment opportunities in China by attending an event being hosted by ChamberLink International Trade Centre.

Vicki Treadell, director for North West of England at UK Trade & Investment will welcome delegates and Mr Gong Jianzhong, consul general of the People's Republic of China in Manchester will give a keynote speech to kick start the day, to be held at the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, on Wednesday February 9, 2005 from 9am until 3pm.

Companies interested should contact Fei Needham, china executive at ChamberLink International Trade Centre on 0161 237 4180 or contact fei.need ham@chamber-link.co.uk.