China has updated the Certificate of Tax Residency rules, effective April 1, 2025. The changes introduce a fully digital application process, reduce processing time, and expand the certificate’s scope for tax treaty benefits and verification.
The Annual Employer’s Return filing in Hong Kong begins on the first working day of April and should be completed within one month. Employers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet this tight deadline.
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for January and February 2025 has now been updated partially.
China’s Cyberspace Administration has unveiled the final rules on conducting personal information protection audits. The new measures, which require fewer companies to conduct less frequent audits than the draft version, offer an opportunity for businesses to strengthen compliance.
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