Other Briefings
China’s Hukou System: What it is and How it Works
Hukou is a legal document in China that records a holder’s household registration and basic personal information. Learn how it determines access to jobs and benefits.
China’s Incentives to Reduce Capital Pressure on Firms, Boost Employment
China’s State Council has announced incentives to encourage firms to avoid layoffs as the government looks to head off employment “uncertainty”.
Hong Kong’s 2019 Holiday Schedule
Workers in Hong Kong will enjoy 17 public holidays in 2019. This article outlines Hong Kong’s official holiday schedule for 2019.
Social Insurance in China: Prepare Your Business for Big Changes on January 1, 2019
Employers in China need to review their social insurance processes. From January 1, 2019, social insurance contributions will be levied by China’s tax bureau.
How to Get a Shenzhen Hukou
Shenzhen’s hukou system determines beneficial access to housing, education, and medical treatment, among other social and welfare provisions.
If Your China Lawyer is Continually Billing by the Hour, They Haven’t Updated Their IT.
Forward-looking professional services firms invest in IT functionalities such as CRM and ERP to develop more value-added services for their clients.
Sexual Harassment in China: #MeToo Movement Prompts New Legal Developments
With the #MeToo movement gaining momentum in China, the government has finally responded by drafting stricter laws and increasing HR compliance thresholds.
How to Get a Shanghai Hukou
Shanghai’s hukou system determines beneficial access to housing, education, and medical treatment, among other social and welfare provisions.
