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Navigating New Tax Implications Under China's New Company Law
With the introduction of the New Company Law, companies, shareholders, and creditors in China will encounter new tax implications. This...


Why Invest in China: A Comprehensive Overview
China has experienced rapid economic growth over the past few decades, transitioning from a largely agrarian society to a global economic...


Comprehensive Guide to Corporate Income Tax (CIT) in China
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) in China, applicable to various business entities, is fundamental for foreign companies operating in the...


Comprehensive Guide to Audit and Compliance in China
Foreign companies operating in China must adhere to local audit and compliance requirements. This involves understanding the financial...


Understanding the Role of a Company Secretary in China
A company secretary in China is integral to the administration and legal compliance of a business. This role ensures that the company's...


A corporate health check can ensure the longevity and success of your China business
How do you know if your China business is healthy, and its current operations comply with local tax laws and regulations? Doing a regular...


Local idiosyncrasies in China to consider when creating an internal control system for your business
Though many foreign companies may feel it is easier to transplant their own internal control systems to their China business without...


Cultural differences to consider when analyzing financial management reports in China
Cultural differences and a unique business culture make analyzing financial management reports in China an area in which both experience...


How to avoid a tax audit for your China business
As one of the world’s biggest economies, China offers significant business opportunities for foreign companies. But attached to the...


Non-compliance in China can have dire consequences
Foreign companies operating in China must navigate effectively a complex legal and compliance environment. Most businesses are confronted...


China custom duties vary – Foreign companies can apply for preferential treatment and rates
To promote a higher level of openness and domestic consumption, China implemented a series of regulations to reduce import-export taxes...


New China Company Law assigns greater responsibilities to directors and senior management
The Chinese legislature adopted at its seventh session the latest amendment to the Company Law, which will come into effect on July 1,...


Electronic contracts in China are legally binding if done correctly
In the digital era, legal contracts in China have undergone a transformative shift, moving from traditional paper-based agreements to...


China adopts Apostille Convention to simplify authentication of foreign documents
The Chinese government officially adopted the Apostille Convention, an international treaty that simplifies the process of authenticating...


Distribution agreements in China can protect foreign companies of growing risks
Foreign companies operating in China have faced in the past few years increasing risks and supply chain shifts, pushing many to...


Foreign companies receiving data from China are subject of Chinese SCCs
In an effort to protect transfers of personal information from China to other countries, the Chinese Cyberspace Administration (CAC)...


Foreign companies changing registered capital in China must follow complex procedure
Foreign companies operating in China may find themselves in a situation that forces them to either increase or decrease their registered...


China and Australia agree to review wine tariffs before Albanese’s visit to Beijing
Australian wine producers welcomed China’s announcement that it will review the tariffs imposed to their industry, after a breakthrough...


Chinese government seeks to attract foreign investment with improved regulations
Faced by a slow economic recovery, the Chinese government is evaluating ways to attract foreign direct investment. In a recently...


Foreign talent working in GBA will enjoy income tax benefits until 2027
Foreign individuals working in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) will be able to enjoy the preferential Individual...
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