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Foreign Company Registration in China: A Comprehensive Guide

China's robust economy, vast market, and strategic global positioning make it a prime destination for foreign companies seeking...

China’s FDI Trends in 2024

Foreign direct investment (FDI) in China has experienced significant fluctuations in recent years. In 2023, FDI inflows declined by 13.7%...

Reducing Risk: How to Protect Your Business in China

In today's globalized economy, China stands out as one of the world’s most lucrative markets, with its vast consumer base and rapid...

Time to get organized for the Annual Compliance Requirements in China

Foreign Invested Enterprises (FIEs) and Representative Offices (ROs) in China must adhere to stringent annual compliance procedures,...

The Evolving Landscape of Hiring Foreigners in China

The landscape for international professionals in China is undergoing a notable transformation, influenced by shifts in both global...

Navigating China's Economic Slowdown: Strategic Insights for Businesses

As China grapples with a confirmed economic slowdown, companies now find themselves facing a significant strategic dilemma regarding...

Adjustments to China's Export Tax Refund Policies

Effective Date : December 1, 2024 Issuing Authorities : Ministry of Finance (MOF) and State Administration of Taxation (SAT) China has...

Nationwide Rollout of Fully Digitalised E-Invoices in China

Effective Date : December 1, 2024 Issuing Authority : State Administration of Taxation (SAT) China's State Administration of Taxation is...

Expansion of China's Tax Refund Scope at Ports of Departure

Effective Date : December 1, 2024 Issuing Authorities : Ministry of Finance (MOF), General Administration of Customs (GAC), and State...

Water Resource Tax Reform in China

Effective Date : December 1, 2024 Issuing Authorities : Ministry of Finance (MOF), State Administration of Taxation (SAT), and Ministry...

Key Updates to China's Administrative Measures for Taxation on Imported and Exported Goods

Effective Date : December 1, 2024 Issuing Authority : General Administration of Customs (GAC), Decree No. 272 China's General...

Maximising Tax Benefits: China's One-Off Deduction Policy for Fixed Assets

China's tax regulations offer a significant incentive for businesses through the one-off deduction policy for fixed assets. This policy...

China's E-Fapiao Expansion

China has been progressively implementing a fully digitalized electronic invoicing system, known as e-fapiao, to modernize its tax...

China's Trade Trends 2024-25

In the first ten months of 2024, China's foreign trade exhibited notable growth, with the total value reaching RMB 36.02 trillion...

Changing your Legal Representative in a China based company

Is your company considering a change in its legal representative in China? Whether prompted by corporate restructuring, a leadership...

Tax Treatment of Capital Reductions in China

The amended PRC Company Law, in China was effective from July 1, 2024, introduces significant changes to corporate governance in China....

China Public Holidays 2025

China observes a range of public holidays, including traditional festivals and statutory celebrations. The public holidays for 2025 in...

New Strategic Investment Rules for Foreign Investors in China

On 1 November 2024, six key Chinese regulatory bodies issued the New Measures for Strategic Investment in Listed Companies by Foreign...

Best Practices for Protecting Trademarks on Chinese Social Media

With the rise of platforms like WeChat, Weibo, Douyin, and Xiaohongshu, Chinese social media has become a key avenue for brand promotion....

Clone Trademarks in China and their risks

Imagine walking through a busy street wearing a designer suit, only to find someone else wearing an identical outfit and looking exactly...