Other Briefings
We cover the latest economy and trade, legal and tax updates, industry insights, and HR and payroll news that are most relevant to doing business in China. Here are our top China news summaries.
Shanghai Lingang New Area Releases Whitelists for Data Export, Facilitating Cross-Border Data Flows
Shanghai’s Lingang New Area has released general data lists that will facilitate data export for companies in the automotive, biopharma, and mutual fund sectors.
Tianjin Free Trade Zone Releases China’s First Negative List for Cross-Border Data Transfer
The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China’s first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China’s cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
China’s New Measures to Support Foreign Investment in Sci-tech Firms
China seeks to attract sci-tech foreign investment by relaxing rules, fostering partnerships, and enhancing the investment climate.
Shenzhen’s Qianhai Cooperation Zone Expands Preferential IIT and CIT Policies
The Shenzhen Municipal Tax Bureau, Shenzhen Municipal Finance Bureau, and State Tax Administration have issued two notices broadening tax incentives for individuals and companies in the Qianhai Cooperation Zone.
Shanghai’s Overseas Qualification Recognition List: What Foreign Professionals Need to Know
Shanghai’s latest revision of its foreigner qualification recognition list further streamlines procedures for overseas professionals and employers to access local talent policies.
Is China’s Economy Slowing or Quietly Stabilizing? A Look at October 2025
China’s economy in October 2025 posted weaker growth across key sectors. However, rising service consumption and better household sentiment offer some stability.
Guide to Accounting and Audit in China 2026 – New Publication Out
This guide provides foreign businesses and organizations with a step-by-step walkthrough of the annual audit and compliance process, along with an introduction to China’s accounting framework. Download it for free!
China Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for October 2025 has now been updated.
Selling Agricultural Products to China: Tighter Traceability and Compliance Rules from December 15
China’s GAC Announcement No. 219 introduces stricter declaration and management rules for agricultural imports. Exporters must meet new compliance standards to maintain market access.
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
Trump has threatened an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods in retaliation for the expansion of rare earth export controls. This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on October 11, 2025.
Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?
The current landscape of US-China tariff rates is complex, with multiple overlapping trade measures in effect. This article explains which tariffs apply in 2025 and how they intersect.
Navigating Trends and Opportunities in China’s Tourism Market
China’s tourism sector is shifting toward a more regulated, experience-driven, and sustainability-oriented model as policymakers modernize the market and travel demand continues to rebound.
