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The Cambridge China Development Trust

The charity supports education and research in the field of economics, business studies, systems of governance and the development of leadership, managerial and business skills. The charity's principal activity is the annual China Executive Leadership Programme which brings together the leaders of Chinese business and the chief executive officers of global companies.

Activities & Mission

The charity supports education and research in the field of economics, business studies, systems of governance and the development of leadership, managerial and business skills. The charity's principal activity is the annual China Executive Leadership Programme which brings together the leaders of Chinese business and the chief executive officers of global companies.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Country

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£415,613
Latest Expenditure
£434,969

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 104.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 104.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£415,613
£434,9690 / 0
2024
£487,641
£691,8120 / 0
2023
£278,385
£149,0280 / 0
2022
£190,369
£134,6420 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Cambridge China Development Trust

What does The Cambridge China Development Trust do?

The charity supports education and research in the field of economics, business studies, systems of governance and the development of leadership, managerial and business skills. The charity's principal activity is the annual China Executive Leadership Programme which brings together the leaders of Chinese business and the chief executive officers of global companies.

How much income did The Cambridge China Development Trust report in 2025?

The Cambridge China Development Trust reported total income of £416k and reported expenditure of £435k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Cambridge China Development Trust registered as a charity?

The Cambridge China Development Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 October 2005 as charity number 1111605. It has been registered for 21 years.

Who runs The Cambridge China Development Trust?

The Cambridge China Development Trust is governed by a board of 20 trustees. The chair of trustees is LORD BROERS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Cambridge China Development Trust operate?

The Cambridge China Development Trust operates across 2 areas: China and Cambridgeshire.

Is The Cambridge China Development Trust a registered charity?

Yes — The Cambridge China Development Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1111605.

Details

Address
TRINITY COLLEGE
CAMBRIDGE
CB2 1TQ
Registration Date
10 October 2005
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4018866
Charity Number
1111605

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Trustees

LORD BROERS Chair
DOUGLAS FLINT
Dr SIMON DEAKIN
Also governs 1 other charity
MUHTAR KENT
NICK BUTLER
Patrizio BIANCHI
PROFESSOR KJELD ERIK BRODSGAARD
PROFESSOR MICHAEL LANDESMANN
Professor Peter Hugh Nolan
PROFESSOR PETER LITTLEWOOD
PROFESSOR R B HEAP
Professor Simon REDFERN
RAYMOND PING LUEN KWOK JP
ROBERT WILKINSON
SIMON DAVIES
SIMON HENRY
SIR JOHN PARKER FREng
SIR MARK MOODY-STUART
Vuk JEREMIC

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