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China’s Golden Tax System Phase IV (GTS) expected to be launched this year
China’s tax authorities are in the process of executing a new advanced tax collection and payment system, which will digitalize the...


Adjustments to China import-export tariffs for 2023 simplify procedures for foreign trade operators
China is slowly recovering after a trade slowdown triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, with exports expected to grow by double digits in...


China extends preferential individual income tax (IIT) until the end of the year
The Chinese Ministry of Finance (MOF) and State Taxation Administration (STA) announced the extension of preferential individual income...


Brand owners must have a comprehensive trademark protection strategy in China
When it comes to trademark protection in China, registration is imperative. It is the best way to protect a brand from squatters....


Amendments to the China Company Law seek to optimize corporate governance system
The Chinese government is looking to optimize the way businesses work in China and stimulate market activity through a series of...


New foreign debt regime takes effect in China
The Chinese government has implemented a new set of foreign debt financing regulations, effective February 10, 2023, which supersede the...


China is open for business. What you need to apply for an M visa in 2023.
After lifting most of its COVID-19 restrictions this past January, China resumed the issuance of visas for foreigners. Business...


Chinese Tax Authorities announce tax filing and payments deadlines for 2023
Doing business in China can be a great opportunity for foreign companies, but with this opportunity comes the responsibility of meeting...


“Greenwashing” may be causing registration difficulties for green trademarks in China
In recent years, there has been a surge in demand for products that are sustainable and eco- friendly. This tendency is reflected in the...


China prepares to learn to “live with the virus” and foreigners are welcomed back
After almost three years of some of the strictest anti COVID-19 measures in the world, China opened its borders last month and lifted...


China focuses on food safety and releases new regulations for the industry
In the past decade, Chinese consumers have been increasingly focusing on the safety and quality of food products, especially after a few...


Companies in China must evaluate HR strategies and adjust them to post-COVID-19 era
Since China lifted most of its COVID-19 restrictions, companies have started to reconsider their human resources strategies. Many...


In bilingual contracts in China, Chinese language takes precedence
Doing business in China can be an overwhelming but gratifying experience. However, one of the most difficult barriers for foreign...


After lifting of Covid restrictions, foreigners in China can return to business activities
As life in China has been restored to normal following the government’s lifting of pandemic restrictions, Chinese officials have made new...


Companies can avoid legal trouble in China by following a few important steps
Running a business in China can be exciting and rewarding, but it does not come without its potential risks. Foreign companies operating...


China exempts small businesses and some service industries from VAT in 2023
China will exempt small businesses with monthly sales of 100,000 yuan (about US$14,790) or less, as well as taxpayers in specific...


Rapidly ageing population pushes China to promote its new private pension scheme
Faced with a rapidly ageing population and the shortfall of their two existing pension schemes, China has decided to launch its first...


Protecting your brand from “similar trademarks” in China can be a difficult job
For years, international brands registered in China had to deal with “similar” brands of local products, listed under a related but...


“Should I stay or should I go:” Foreign companies struggle with deciding to stay or leave China
The difficulties faced by foreign companies in the past few years in China are making them reconsider the viability of maintaining a...


Amazon helps Chinese authorities fight against counterfeit trade
Multinational brands have complained for years about the multi-billion dollar trade in counterfeit products originating from China,...
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