Other Briefings
China Approves 2024 Negative List for Foreign Investment Access
China approved the 2024 Negative List for Foreign Investment Access, further opening up its manufacturing, telecommunication, education, and healthcare sectors.
China July 2024 Economy: Consumption and Trade Surge Amid Sluggish Industrial Growth
Per the July 2024 data, China industrial output experienced a deceleration, with growth slowing compared to previous months. However, this was offset by a notable surge in consumer spending and foreign trade.
China’s New Action Plan to Boost Urbanization
The Action Plan seeks to facilitate the settlement of rural migrants in urban areas by reforming the hukou system, improving work and education opportunities, and expanding urban infrastrucure and services.
China’s New Guidelines to Boost Services Consumption Ignite Optimism in Education and Training Sector
China’s State Council introduced guidelines to boost service consumption, leading to a rise in education stocks, particularly in vocational training. However, experts caution that this doesn’t signal a loosening of regulations on after-school tutoring.
China’s IP Protection Development: A Comprehensive Overview
China has strengthened its intellectual property protection by amending laws, establishing specialized IP courts, and streamlining legal processes to align with international standards.
China’s Six-Year Rule for Foreigners: 2024 IIT Payment Highlights
2024 marks the first year that China’s “six-year rule” is applicable, a mechanism implemented since 2019 to determine the tax responsibilities of foreigners for their overseas income in China.
China-ASEAN Trade and Investment Relations
China’s trade and investment relationship with the 10 ASEAN countries has flourished in recent decades, driven by the signing of various trade and investment agreements.
China’s Economic and Sports Industry Gains from Paris 2024 Olympics
We discuss how the Paris 2024 Olympics offer China a prime opportunity to enhance its global image, boost trade, and expand its market presence through sports-related exports and e-commerce.
