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Master of None: China Eases Work Visa Requirements for Master’s Graduates
China’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security has announced an easing of the work visa requirements for recent master’s graduates, hot on the heels of the unified work permit policy introduced in November.
China’s Labor Market: Gaining Insights into HR Trends
China’s labor market experienced several changes in 2016. Despite job demand cooling in the beginning of the year, the job market has been growing steadily since the second quarter. Understanding these developments not only helps investors keep up-to-date on HR trends, but can also inform business decisions and minimize risk.
Navigating HR Audits in China – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine
The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, focusing on how to successfully conduct an HR audit in China, is out now and available for download in the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
Q&A: Labor Disputes and Labor Law Compliance in China
Labor disputes often arise due to companies underestimating China’s strict labor laws, or even being unaware of them in the first place. Learn about the importance of keeping up to date with China’s labor regulations with a Q&A by Dezan Shira & Associates.
A Complete Guide to 2016 Minimum Wage Levels Across China
China Briefing releases an update of minimum wage levels across the People’s Republic of China every year, with the view of guiding foreign investors in their decision making. Minimum wages are updated throughout the year. In this article, we provide an overview of the new minimum wages as of December 2016.
China Announces 2017 Official Holiday Schedule
On December 1, China’s General Office of the State Council announced the official national holiday schedule for 2017. Read on for the coming year’s complete holiday schedule.
Electronic Chops in China: Unauthorized Use and Legal Risk Management
Electronic chops are a convenient alternative to their physical counterparts. This article explores the regulatory framework and risk management relating to the use of electronic chops in China.
Obtaining China’s New Unified Foreign Work Permit
China has launched the new unified work permit in select regions across the country, which integrates the foreign work permits – the Z-visa and R-visa – and grades workers on a three tier system. Understand the full application procedure and the requirements for obtaining the new foreign work permit.
