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China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker: 2024-25
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China’s Pilot Free Trade Zones - New Opinions Signal Further Regulatory Easing
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How Latin American Beef Exporters Can Succeed in China’s Evolving Import Market
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US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
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China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates
Human Resources & Payroll Jun 10
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Economy & Trade
How Latin American Beef Exporters Can Succeed in China’s Evolving Import Market
Jun 10Explore how Latin American beef exporters can navigate China's evolving import rules and capture growth opportunities in 2025 amid shifting global dynamics.
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US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
Economy & Trade Jun 10This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on May 21, 2025. Most recently, US and China agreed to cut reciprocal tariff rates to 10 percent for a period of 90 days; US reduced de minimis tariff rates but costs remain high for small parcels.
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China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: What We Know So Far
Economy & Trade Jun 02China will start drafting its 15th Five-Year Plan in 2025, shaping national priorities from 2026 to 2030. Here's what we know so far.
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75 Years of China-Denmark Ties: Trends and Opportunities in Bilateral Trade and Investment
Economy & Trade Jun 02The growing trade and investment relationship between China and Denmark not only reflects mutual economic interests but also highlights the complementary strengths of each nation.
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Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?
Economy & Trade Jun 02The current landscape of US-China tariff rates is complex, with multiple overlapping trade measures in effect. This article explains which tariffs apply in 2025 and how they intersect.
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China Industries to Watch in 2025 Tapping into Growth Opportunities
Published: February 2025
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An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2025
Published: December 2024Doing Business in China 2025 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China. Compil...
Tax & Accounting
How Expats in Shenzhen Can Apply for the GBA IIT Subsidy in 2025?
Jun 06Shenzhen has kicked off the 2025 application process for the Greater Bay Area Individual Income Tax subsidy. The application window is open from June 1 to July 31. Here is everything you need to know.
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China Monthly Tax Brief: May 2025
Tax & Accounting Jun 04In this monthly China tax brief for May 2025, we spotlight significant taxation policies and measures for businesses.
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The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience
Tax & Accounting May 27The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, “The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience“, is now available as a complimentary download on the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
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Additional Compliance After Completing China’s Annual CIT Filing
Tax & Accounting May 27Following the May 31 deadline for China’s annual CIT reconciliation, companies should prioritize the preparation and retention of supporting documents for potential inspections by the tax bureau.
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China Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Tax & Accounting May 22Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for April 2025 has now been updated.
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Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025
Published: December 2024Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025 offers a comprehensive overview of the majo... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2025
Published: December 2024Doing Business in China 2025 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China. Compil...
Legal & Regulatory
Using Facial Recognition in China - New Guide on Filing with Local CAC
Jun 09China's cyberspace administration has clarified filing requirements for companies that collect and store certain volumes of facial recognition data of individuals.
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New Rules Allow Businesses to Remove Operational Violations from Public Records
Legal & Regulatory Jun 03Companies can now seek removal from the abnormal operations list once violations are corrected, improving their social credit.
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China’s 2025 Legislative Agenda: Key Laws and Regulations for Foreign Companies to Watch
Legal & Regulatory May 28The agenda outlines China's legislative priorities for the year, including several new and amended regulations governing finance, foreign trade, tax, and economic development that may impact foreign companies.
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The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience
Legal & Regulatory May 27The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, “The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience“, is now available as a complimentary download on the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
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New Guidelines for Implementing China’s Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law: What Foreign Companies Need to Know
Legal & Regulatory May 15New regulations for implementing the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law expand the scope of countermeasures and specify consequences for non-compliance. Here's what foreign companies should know.
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China Industries to Watch in 2025 Tapping into Growth Opportunities
Published: February 2025China’s policy-driven initiatives will shape its industrial trajectory in 2025, driving growth thr... -
Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025
Published: December 2024Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025 offers a comprehensive overview of the majo...
Industries
China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison
Jun 11China’s AI healthcare market is expanding rapidly, driven by a combination of state-backed policies, vast centralized data, and dual urban–rural demand.
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China's AI Healthcare Market (Part II): Opportunities and Strategies for Foreign Investors
Industries Jun 11China’s AI healthcare market offers high-growth opportunities across imaging, smart hospitals, drug discovery, and rural telemedicine, driven by strong policy backing and digital infrastructure.
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China Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Industries May 22Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for April 2025 has now been updated.
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China's Industrial Power Rates 2025: A Guide for Investors
Industries May 19China’s industrial power rates depend upon the category of industry, type of electricity usage, region where it is located, time of use, as well as charging method. The data in this article is as of May 2025.
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China’s Startup Landscape - Industries, Investment, and Incentive Policies 2025
Industries Apr 24Explore China’s evolving startup scene—industries, VC trends, and the latest incentive policies shaping innovation and entrepreneurship in 2025.
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Investing in China's Greater Bay Area: Tapping into Long-Term Opportunities
Published: April 2023Investing in China's Greater Bay Area: Tapping into Long-Term Opportunities is designed to introduce... -
Investing in China’s Healthcare Sector
Published: March 2023China is a highly promising market for the global healthcare industry, boasting immense size, divers...
HR & Payroll
China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates
Jun 10This article looks at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place. Most recently on May 15, China expands its 30-day unilateral visa-free policy to five South American countries, including Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay.
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How Expats in Shenzhen Can Apply for the GBA IIT Subsidy in 2025?
HR & Payroll Jun 06Shenzhen has kicked off the 2025 application process for the Greater Bay Area Individual Income Tax subsidy. The application window is open from June 1 to July 31. Here is everything you need to know.
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A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of June 3, 2025)
HR & Payroll Jun 03This article offers a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels. The data is current as of June 3, 2025.
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Beyond Salary: Holistic Approaches to Talent Retention in China
HR & Payroll May 30Traditional pay-based retention strategies are no longer enough. This article explores how foreign investors in China can adopt holistic approaches, focusing on employee development, wellness, and flexibility, to reduce turnover and maintain a competitive edge.
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The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience
HR & Payroll May 27The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, “The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience“, is now available as a complimentary download on the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
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From Recruitment to Retention: Talent Trends and Strategies in China
Published: March 2025In today's rapidly changing economic landscape, recruiting, engaging, and retaining top talent in Ch... -
Guide to HR Compliance and Best Practices in China
Published: June 2024Within China’s changing business landscape, understanding effective recruitment and management pra...
Technology
China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison
Jun 11China’s AI healthcare market is expanding rapidly, driven by a combination of state-backed policies, vast centralized data, and dual urban–rural demand.
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China's AI Healthcare Market (Part II): Opportunities and Strategies for Foreign Investors
Technology Jun 11China’s AI healthcare market offers high-growth opportunities across imaging, smart hospitals, drug discovery, and rural telemedicine, driven by strong policy backing and digital infrastructure.
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Using Facial Recognition in China - New Guide on Filing with Local CAC
Technology Jun 09China's cyberspace administration has clarified filing requirements for companies that collect and store certain volumes of facial recognition data of individuals.
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Cross-Border Data Transfers Official Q&A (II)
Technology Jun 05The CAC’s May 2025 Q&A sheds light on identifying and declaring important data for cross-border transfers from China and outlines the latest regulatory expectations for compliance.
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EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Technology May 29Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
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PIPL 2024: Cross-Border Data Transfer in China Handbook
Published: April 2024China’s PIPL and cross-border data transfer (CBDT) frameworks require that companies operating in ... -
Empowering Your China Business with Successful ERP Implementation
Published: August 20232023 might be a banner year for ERP deployment in China. Enterprises are emerging from the pandemic,...
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