China Fully Allows Visa-Free Entry for Foreign Tourist Groups on Cruise Ships
Starting May 15, 2024, foreign tourist groups traveling by cruise ships and organized by Chinese domestic travel agencies can enter China visa-free from ports in 13 cities and stay in eligible areas for 15 days.
France-China Relations: Trade, Investment, and Recent Developments
As French President Emmanuel Macron makes an official visit to China this week, we discuss the latest bilateral trade and investment data and key diplomatic developments between the two countries.
Tianjin Free Trade Zone Releases China’s First Negative List for Cross-Border Data Transfer
The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China’s first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China’s cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
Filing Individual Tax Returns in Hong Kong: A Complete Guide
Hong Kong’s Inland Revenue Department has issued the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2023/24. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.
China’s New Tariff Law: Consolidating and Codifying Existing Tariff Regulations
China’s new Tariff Law consolidates prior rules on import and export duties and codifies measures for imposing counter-tariffs on imported goods.
China-United Arab Emirates (UAE): Bilateral Trade and Investment Outlook
China is among the UAE’s top commercial partners; both benefit from booming bilateral trade and investment cooperation on major BRI projects.
China Introduces New Policy Measures to Facilitate the Movement of Residents
China’s National Immigration Administration has introduced a range of measures to simplify entry and exit procedures, extend business stays, and address tourism needs, aligning with the vision of a more integrated Greater Bay Area.
China Monthly Tax Brief: April 2024
Highlights from this monthly China tax brief include a new tariff law, extended IIT payment period for listed company equity incentives to 36 months, streamlined foreign exchange management rules, and guidance for individuals handling overseas tax and fee liability.