The forum is organized by Shanghai Futures Exchange and supported by International Copper Association, Ltd and International Aluminium Institute. The theme is the global metals market and China factors. The purpose of the conference is to discuss China’s impact on the global non-ferrous metals market, so that the participants could grab a better understanding of its development. Meanwhile, it will offer a platform of communications between SHFE and its existing and potential market participants，in an attempt to enhance SHFE’s global exposure and prepare for the internationalization of China’s futures markets. Representatives of producers, consumers, traders, futures brokerage firms, financial institutions and industry associations in the world will be attending. At the time, regulators, futures exchange officials and executives from corporations and institutions will be invited to speak at the conference. The event offers exhibition opportunities for the interested parties to showcase their corporate image and latest technology related to futures and metal industry. For details, please refer to: tsite.shfe.com.cn/2004Forum/en/index.htm