Other Briefings
China and Thailand to Waive Visa Requirements Permanently from March
China and Thailand have agreed to a permanent visa-free policy starting March 2024, fostering diplomatic relations and stimulating economic activity in their respective tourism sectors.
The New Hong Kong-Mainland Reciprocal Enforcement of Judgments Regime Took Effect on Jan 29
The new Hong Kong-Mainland Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments (REJ) regime came into effect on January 29, 2024. In this article we introduce the essentials of this scheme and assess its potential ramifications on businesses.
China’s Catalogue for Prohibited and Restricted Export Technologies: Latest Revisions
China amended its Catalogue for Prohibited and Restricted Export Technology. In this article, we introduce what the Catalogue is and summarize what has been changed.
China-Singapore 30-Day Mutual Visa Exemption Starts Feb.9
China and Singapore are seeking to establish a mutual 30-day visa-free travel arrangement to boost people exchanges and commercial prospects.
VAT Refund for Hiring Disabled Employees: An Explainer
China grants businesses VAT refunds for hiring disabled employees. In this article, Amber Liu, Senior Manager of Accounting and Tax Services at Dezan Shira & Associates, explains everything you should know about this policy.
Developing the Silver Economy – New Proposals to Cultivate China’s Elder Care Industry
New opinions seek to develop China’s silver economy by improving social infrastructure, encouraging private sector participation, and strengthening government support for the industry.
China Removes All Safeguard Duties on New Zealand’s Dairy Products
Starting January 1, 2024, New Zealand’s dairy products gained duty-free access to China, marking the culmination of strategic tariff removal outlined in the China-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement.
China to Grant Ireland Unilateral Visa-Free Treatment, Deepening Bilateral Ties
On January 17, 2024, China announced the implementation of a unilateral visa-free policy for citizens of Ireland. The news came in the wake of Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s bilateral meeting with Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, and a reception hosted by Irish President Michael D. Higgins, signaling a further deepening in the diplomatic relations between the two nations.
