We cover the latest economy and trade, legal and tax updates, industry insights, and HR and payroll news that are most relevant to doing business in China. Here are our top China news summaries.
Shanghai Lingang New Area Releases Whitelists for Data Export, Facilitating Cross-Border Data Flows
Shanghai’s Lingang New Area has released general data lists that will facilitate data export for companies in the automotive, biopharma, and mutual fund sectors.
Tianjin Free Trade Zone Releases China’s First Negative List for Cross-Border Data Transfer
The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China’s first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China’s cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
China’s New Measures to Support Foreign Investment in Sci-tech Firms
China seeks to attract sci-tech foreign investment by relaxing rules, fostering partnerships, and enhancing the investment climate.
Shenzhen’s Qianhai Cooperation Zone Expands Preferential IIT and CIT Policies
The Shenzhen Municipal Tax Bureau, Shenzhen Municipal Finance Bureau, and State Tax Administration have issued two notices broadening tax incentives for individuals and companies in the Qianhai Cooperation Zone.
China’s FDI Trends 2024: Key Sources, Destinations, and Sectors
China’s FDI trends for 2023 was published by the Ministy of Commerce. Despite a decline in total investment, China maintains a 12.3 percent share of global cross-border direct investment, marking over 10 percent for the fourth consecutive year. Asian countries were the largest investors in China, while notable contributions from European and North American nations […]
Canada Hosts Large CIIE 2024 Delegation, Showcasing Healthy Consumer Products
Canada is hosting a large delegation to make a significant impact at the CIIE 2024 in Shanghai, focusing on promoting its healthy consumer products.
China Monthly Tax Brief: October 2024
In this monthly China tax brief for October 2024, we spotlight policies and measures just announced or scheduled for implementation.
Understanding China’s New Carbon Accounting Plan: Green Compliance and Opportunities
The clear tasks and timelines set in China’s new work plan for improving the country’s carbon accounting system make it urgent for businesses to develop internal carbon accounting capabilities by 2026.
E-Commerce in China as Part of a Digital Revolution
Have you noticed the impressive growth of the e-commerce industry in China? Find out how this affects consumers, logistics, and the retail market in China and the globe.
E-Invoicing in China: Fully Digitalized E-Fapiao for Railway Transport from November 1
The State Taxation Administration has announced the promotion of fully digitalized electronic invoices for railway passenger transport, effective from November 1, 2024.
China’s Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates
In this aritcle, we look at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place and clarify who is eligible to benefit from them.
China-Singapore Economic Ties: Trade, Investment, and Opportunities
In this article, we explore the strengthening economic ties between China and Singapore, highlighting potential opportunities in bilateral trade and investment.