The latest from China & Hong Kong

How an entity in China supports brand building and IP protection: local engagement, marketing to Chinese consumers, first-to-file trademark rights and reputation management.

Emerging fraud threats aimed at finance staff in China: fake tax audit notices, impersonation and phishing, and the controls, training and response plans that reduce exposure.

What the 90-day US-China tariff truce means for companies trading with China, whether to keep transacting there, and the point at which a local entity makes more sense than waiting it out.

Why domestic invoicing in China leads to the question of a local entity: the fapiao system, the tax and credibility advantages of registering, and the risks of staying offshore.

What is actually involved in establishing a company entity in China: regulatory compliance, IP protection, market dynamics, cultural hurdles and how to shorten the timeline.

Hong Kong's eMPF Platform explained: the MPFA's objectives, the phased trustee onboarding, what changes for employers on contributions and enrolment, and what employees gain.

How importers can centralise their Asian sourcing through a Hong Kong entity: the virtual office set-up, the 16.5% profits tax rate, offshore profits, FOB Asia sales terms and lower fixed overheads.

Why a Chinese subsidiary can be worth it: access to the domestic customer base and local talent, policy incentives, supply chain efficiency and the credibility that comes with a local presence.

China's revised Company Law and the registered capital management system in force since 1 July 2024: what changed, what it means for shareholders, and how to adapt.

Practical ways to reduce risk in China: due diligence on partners, protecting IP against infringement, contracting properly with local partners and avoiding the common pitfalls.

Reassessing a China strategy for 2025: current regulatory and economic obstacles, market entry methods worth revisiting, emerging sectors, supply chain resilience and local partnerships.

China's six-year rule for foreign residents: the 183-day test, how the count runs from 2019, how to reset it, and what crossing the threshold means at rates of up to 45%.

Getting organised for annual compliance in China: the procedures and deadlines for FIEs and representative offices, the consequences of missing them, and how to stay ahead.

Kristina Koehler-Coluccia explains what offshore tax status means for a Hong Kong company, the eligibility criteria for claiming an exemption, the documentation you need and how to engage with the Inland Revenue Department.

Why a presence on the ground in China matters: local market insight, regulatory navigation, trust with partners, operational speed, and choosing between an EOR and your own entity.