Other Briefings
Coronavirus: Latest Emergency Measures Announced by the PRC Government
Businesses must track the latest measures announced by the Chinese government as it gets serious about containing the coronavirus outbreak and preventing panic.
3 Things Foreign Companies Need to Know about Chinese New Year
With Chinese New Year fast approaching, foreign investors need to understand the festival and its implications for doing business in China.
China’s 2020 Holiday Schedule
Employers should take note of China’s official holiday schedule for 2020, including the adjusted working weekend dates to compensate for long breaks.
Back Office Automation in China – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine
This issue analyzes how automating back office operations can enable businesses to leverage their human capital and focus on value added service provisions.
China Visas Explained
China issues several different types of visas for a variety of purposes. Here, we provide details on all of the different types of visas and their applications and permitted uses.
Hebei’s Minimum Wage to Increase from November 1
Hebei province is raising its minimum wage rate from November 1, 2019, after three years, and hopes to transition into an advanced manufacturing base.
How to Develop an Effective Employee Retention Strategy in China
Retaining talent can be challenging for firms in China. We discuss the employee retention strategies that will keep staff motivated at the workplace.
Social Security Agreement between China and Japan Effective September 1
The Social Security Agreement between China and Japan took effect September 1, according to China’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MHRSS).
