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China Public Holiday 2025 Schedule
We provide the 2025 public holiday schedule in this article, state the compensatory working days, and explain the difference in overtime payment for public holidays and the adjusted rest days.
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China-Denmark Trade and Investment Relations: Key Developments and Opportunities
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Integration of Foreigner’s Work Permit with Social Security Card: What You Need to Know
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Capitalizing on China's Organic Boom: Certification, Trends, and Opportunities
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China's New Renewable Energy Plan: Key Insights for Businesses
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E-Invoicing in China: National Rollout of Fully Digitalized E-Fapiao Starting December 1
Tax & Accounting Nov 26
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Economy & Trade
China-Denmark Trade and Investment Relations: Key Developments and Opportunities
Nov 29The growing trade and investment relationship between China and Denmark not only reflects mutual economic interests but also highlights the complementary strengths of each nation.
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US-China Relations in the Biden Era: A Timeline
Economy & Trade Nov 26Timeline tracking key developments affecting US-China bilateral trade and business engagement under the Joe Biden administration.
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China-Malaysia Closer Economic Ties and Opportunities
Economy & Trade Nov 22China has been Malaysia’s largest trading partner for 15 consecutive years. With its advantageous geographical location, lower transit costs, and favorable trade policies, Malaysia has increasingly become an ideal hub for Chinese investments.
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China’s Economy in October 2024: Retail Gains, Industrial Slowdown, and Exports Surge
Economy & Trade Nov 20China's economy in October 2024 showed mixed signals, with retail sales surging 4.8 percent and exports rising sharply, while industrial output slowed, and the property sector remained weak.
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China Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Economy & Trade Nov 19Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for October has now been updated.
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Beyond a Mega City: Investing in China’s Mega City Clusters
Published: August 2023
Doing business in China has undergone significant changes in the past few years. With mounting chall... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2023
Published: April 2023Doing Business in Hong Kong 2023 introduces the fundamentals of investing in Hong Kong. Compiled by ...
Tax & Accounting
E-Invoicing in China: National Rollout of Fully Digitalized E-Fapiao Starting December 1
Nov 26The STA has announced the nationwide rollout of fully digitalized electronic invoices, set to begin on December 1, 2024, following the success of pilot programs.
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Tax Digitalization in China: Impact on Corporate Tax Risk Management
Tax & Accounting Nov 21This article explores the impact of tax digitalization on businesses in China, emphasizing the evolving dynamics of tax risk management, particularly regarding data supervision.
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China Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Tax & Accounting Nov 19Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for October has now been updated.
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Optimizing Tax Benefits Through One-Off Deduction Policy for Fixed Assets Under RMB 5 Million
Tax & Accounting Nov 12Qualified fixed assets that meet specific criteria are eligible for a one-off deduction before corporate income tax in China. This article demonstrates the details of this policy by explaining two real examples.
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China and Italy New Double Taxation Agreement to be Effective in 2025
Tax & Accounting Nov 12The new China-Italy DTA breaks down many of the barriers that obstructed cross-border trade, investment, and knowledge exchange between the two countries.
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A Quick Guide to Accounting and Audit in China 2024
Published: November 2023With businesses operating in a growing volatile, unexpected, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world, fi... -
Human Resources and Payroll in China 2023
Published: June 2023A firm understanding of China’s laws and regulations related to human resources and payroll manage...
Legal & Regulatory
Capitalizing on China's Organic Boom: Certification, Trends, and Opportunities
Nov 27China's organic product market is the third largest globally. Understanding the certification process and trends is crucial for stakeholders looking to capitalize on the lucrative opportunities.
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China Issues New Export Control Regulations: What Businesses Need to Know?
Legal & Regulatory Nov 19China will implement new regulations on the export control of dual-use items starting December 1, 2024, aiming to enhance national security and align with international standards.
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China's New Measures Open A-Share Market to Foreign Investment
Legal & Regulatory Nov 18The 2024 updates to China’s strategic investment rules simplify entry for foreign investors in the A-share market by lowering shareholding thresholds, reducing lock-up periods, and expanding investment options.
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Understanding China’s New Carbon Accounting Plan: Green Compliance and Opportunities
Legal & Regulatory Nov 04The clear tasks and timelines set in China’s new work plan for improving the country’s carbon accounting system make it urgent for businesses to develop internal carbon accounting capabilities by 2026.
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China New Pilot Program Removes Foreign Ownership Caps on Telecom and Data Centers
Legal & Regulatory Oct 30China officially launched a new pilot program which allows 100 percent foreign ownership of data centers and value-added telecom services.
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PIPL 2024: Cross-Border Data Transfer in China Handbook
Published: April 2024China’s PIPL and cross-border data transfer (CBDT) frameworks require that companies operating in ... -
Cross-Border Dispute Resolution in China
Published: October 2023Cross-border disputes have been increasing in China in recent years, particularly since the onset of...
Industries
Capitalizing on China's Organic Boom: Certification, Trends, and Opportunities
Nov 27China's organic product market is the third largest globally. Understanding the certification process and trends is crucial for stakeholders looking to capitalize on the lucrative opportunities.
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China's New Renewable Energy Plan: Key Insights for Businesses
Industries Nov 26China's new renewable energy plan aims to significantly boost the country’s renewable energy consumption, setting ambitious targets for 2025 and 2030.
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Exploring China’s Luxury Market: Emerging Trends and Future Prospects
Industries Nov 14China, a key market for luxury goods, is driven by a growing middle class and affluent consumers. However, economic uncertainties and shifting trends require brands to adapt strategically.
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China’s EdTech Market: Growth Trajectories and Future Prospects
Industries Oct 22China’s educational technology (EdTech) market reached US$133.9 billion in 2023. With a projected CAGR exceeding 6 percent through 2028, the sector presents significant growth potential for investors.
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Unlocking China’s V2G Potential: Opportunities and Challenges in the Evolving Market
Industries Oct 10China has announced a significant push towards large-scale Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) pilot projects. This article examines the opportunities these developments present for investors while addressing the key challenges in this evolving market.
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Investing in China's Greater Bay Area: Tapping into Long-Term Opportunities
Published: April 2023Investing in China's Greater Bay Area: Tapping into Long-Term Opportunities is designed to introduce... -
Investing in China’s Healthcare Sector
Published: March 2023China is a highly promising market for the global healthcare industry, boasting immense size, divers...
HR & Payroll
Integration of Foreigner’s Work Permit with Social Security Card: What You Need to Know
Nov 28Effective December 1, 2024, foreign nationals entering China will no longer be required to obtain a physical Foreigner’s Work Permit. Instead, they can apply for an electronic social security card via a designated app.
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China Expands Unilateral Visa-Free Policy to 9 Additional Countries Including Japan, Extends Stay to 30 Days
HR & Payroll Nov 25China has expanded its unilateral visa-free policy to include a total of 38 countries, accommodating more entry purposes and extending the stay duration to 30 days.
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China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates
HR & Payroll Nov 25In this aritcle, we look at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place and clarify who is eligible to benefit from them.
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A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of November 20, 2024)
HR & Payroll Nov 20Inner Mongolia's new minimum wage standards will take effect on December 1, 2024, which surpasses the RMB 2,000 (US$275) mark.
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China Public Holiday 2025 Schedule
HR & Payroll Nov 12We provide the 2025 public holiday schedule in this article, state the compensatory working days, and explain the difference in overtime payment for public holidays and the adjusted rest days.
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Guide to HR Compliance and Best Practices in China
Published: June 2024Within China’s changing business landscape, understanding effective recruitment and management pra... -
Empowering Your China Business with Successful ERP Implementation
Published: August 20232023 might be a banner year for ERP deployment in China. Enterprises are emerging from the pandemic,...
Technology
E-Invoicing in China: National Rollout of Fully Digitalized E-Fapiao Starting December 1
Nov 26The STA has announced the nationwide rollout of fully digitalized electronic invoices, set to begin on December 1, 2024, following the success of pilot programs.
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US-China Relations in the Biden Era: A Timeline
Technology Nov 26Timeline tracking key developments affecting US-China bilateral trade and business engagement under the Joe Biden administration.
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EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Technology Nov 12Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
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China New Pilot Program Removes Foreign Ownership Caps on Telecom and Data Centers
Technology Oct 30China officially launched a new pilot program which allows 100 percent foreign ownership of data centers and value-added telecom services.
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China Issues New Regulations on Network Data Security Management, Effective January 1, 2025
Technology Oct 02On September 30, 2024, China announced the new Network Data Security Management Regulations, effective January 1, 2025, aimed at enhancing data security and privacy while establishing compliance requirements for both domestic and international entities.
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PIPL 2024: Cross-Border Data Transfer in China Handbook
Published: April 2024China’s PIPL and cross-border data transfer (CBDT) frameworks require that companies operating in ... -
Empowering Your China Business with Successful ERP Implementation
Published: August 20232023 might be a banner year for ERP deployment in China. Enterprises are emerging from the pandemic,...
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