Other Briefings
China’s New NGO Legislation: A Blessing or Curse for Foreign NGOs?
China’s National People’s Congress has released the second draft of the Law on the Administration of Overseas Non-Government Organizations, which will allow for foreign NGOs to establish an office in China. NGOs are still banned from profit making, political, or religious activities.
China Regulatory Brief: Foreign Companies Allowed to Manufacture and Sell Video Game Consoles in China
In this week’s China Regulatory Brief, we talk about the new policy which allows foreign companies to sell video game consoles in China, the removed restrictions on the minimum registered capital of the internet-based cultural companies and the simplified business registration procedure in Tianjin.
Visa & Tax Implications for Same Sex Marriage Partners in China
An important aspect of the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling concerning same-sex marriage is the financial burden that non-recognizance places upon a couple. While traditional married couples have long been able to claim tax relief – also the case in China – such financial benefits have been denied same sex couples.
China Regulatory Brief: Foreign Companies Required to File Annual Report Online Before October 15
In this week’s China Regulatory Brief, we talk about the requirement for foreign companies in China to submit their annual report, the new guidelines to support China’s internet finance sector, and certain Goods under CEPA to be subject to zero customs tariffs starting July 1.
Prohibited Foreign Investment for Legal Consultancies: What Does it Mean for China Legal Services?
Earlier this year, China “Legal Affairs Consultation Services” was added for the first time to the Foreign Investment Prohibited list in China’s rules concerning foreign investment into the country. The addition will radically reshape the manner in which legal services are provided in China and will force many players out of the market.
China Regulatory Brief: Coal Resource Tax Rules, and Subsidies for Shanghai E-commerce Platforms
In this week’s China Regulatory Brief, we discuss the further development of China’s new free trade zones, the newly released coal resource tax rules, as well as eligible e-commerce platforms that provide services for foreign trade companies to get subsidies from the government.
China Regulatory Brief: Simplified Procedures for Work Visa Applications
In this week’s China Regulatory Brief, we talk about the simplified procedures for work visa applications, relaxed requirements for foreign talents to obtain a permanent residence permit in China, Shenzhen to abolish company’s name pre-approval and the six overseas offices of the Shanghai FTZ.
China Regulatory Brief: Social Insurance Contribution Amount and Registered Capital Requirement
China reduces social security contributions for employers, Shanghai promotes the creation of start-up incubators, Beijing facilitates the buying of apartments by expats and asset appraisal companies no longer need a minimum registered capital.
