Other Briefings
China to Pilot Water Tax Nationwide: What Does It Mean for Businesses
Starting from December 1, 2024, China will implement a pilot water tax nationwide, replacing the current water fee charging mechanism. The cost burden of water usage for residents and general industrial and commercial activities will remain unchanged.
Transit Visa Exemptions in China: 24-Hour, 72-Hour, and 144-Hour Options
Foreign travelers have several options for transit visa exemptions when traveling through China between two different countries, including 24, 72, or 144 hour transit visa exemptions.
China’s Outbound Investment Trends: Sources, Destinations, and Key Sectors
China’s outbound investment (ODI) is surging from already-record levels. In 2023, China’s ODI rose by 8.7 percent to reach US$177.3 billion, making it the third-largest source of ODI globally.
SPC Interpretation: Tort Liability Compensation in Labor Relations and Dispatches
China’s Supreme People’s Court (SPC) has issued a judicial interpretation, which clarifies the tort liability compensation in labor relations and dispatches, among others.
China Tax Filing: Apply for Super Deductions of R&D Expenses for Q1-3 2024 in October
China’s tax authority reminds taxpayers that they can apply for the super deduction of R&D expenses for the first three quarters of 2024 during the October filing period.
China-India Economic Ties: Trade, Investment, and Opportunities
China and India reached a record bilateral trade of US$136.2 billion in 2023, with a 6% increase in Indian exports to China. Both nations remain committed to deepening economic ties through mutual investment and cooperation.
Unlocking China’s V2G Potential: Opportunities and Challenges in the Evolving Market
China has announced a significant push towards large-scale Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) pilot projects. This article examines the opportunities these developments present for investors while addressing the key challenges in this evolving market.
Profiling China-New Zealand Trade and Investment Relations
China is New Zealand’s largest trading partner, export market, and source of imports. In 2023, the bilateral trade volume reached nearly NZ$38 billion (approx. US$23 billion), quadrupling since the free trade agreement came into effect in 2008.
