Other BriefingsChina-Colombia Economic Ties: A Growing Partnership in Latin America
Celebrating 45 years of diplomatic relations, China and Colombia have forged a dynamic economic partnership built on robust trade, strategic investments, and growing tourism links.
China-Portugal Relations: Opportunities in Trade and Investment
China and Portugal have maintained a strong diplomatic and economic relationship for over four decades, with growing investment and collaboration in sectors like green energy, technology, and infrastructure.
Exploring the Rise of Women in China's Workforce: Statistics and Progress in Gender Equality
This article examines the significant progress made in gender equality across various dimensions of China’s labor market, as well as fair policies and best practices of female employee management in China.
China Robotics Industry: What Are the Opportunities for Foreign Stakeholders
China has rapidly surpassed Germany and Japan in industrial robotics, leading the world with 470 robots per 10,000 employees in 2023. This figure eclipses Germany's 429 and Japan's 419, reflecting China's aggressive automation push.
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China-Colombia Economic Ties: A Growing Partnership in Latin America
Economy & Trade Mar 14 -
China-Portugal Relations: Opportunities in Trade and Investment
Economy & Trade Mar 14 -
Hainan Renews Preferential CIT and IIT Policies, Bolstering Free Trade Port Competitiveness
Tax & Accounting Mar 13 -
Eco-Tech Revolution: China's 2025 Blueprint for Sustainable Innovation
Industries Mar 12 -
China vs. US Economy: Comparative Analysis and 2025 Outlook
Economy & Trade Mar 11
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Economy & Trade
China-Colombia Economic Ties: A Growing Partnership in Latin America
Mar 14Celebrating 45 years of diplomatic relations, China and Colombia have forged a dynamic economic partnership built on robust trade, strategic investments, and growing tourism links.
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China-Portugal Relations: Opportunities in Trade and Investment
Economy & Trade Mar 14China and Portugal have maintained a strong diplomatic and economic relationship for over four decades, with growing investment and collaboration in sectors like green energy, technology, and infrastructure.
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China vs. US Economy: Comparative Analysis and 2025 Outlook
Economy & Trade Mar 11The China vs. US economy is gaining extra attention in 2025 with both countries navigating a turbulent landscape. This article compares key economic indicators, offering insights into the opportunities and challenges ahead for businesses, investors, and policymakers.
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The Policies Shaping China’s Industry Landscape in 2025
Economy & Trade Mar 10China’s policy-driven initiatives will shape its industrial trajectory in 2025, driving growth through domestic demand, innovation, and sustainability.
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EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Economy & Trade Mar 10Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
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China Industries to Watch in 2025 Tapping into Growth Opportunities
Published: February 2025
China’s policy-driven initiatives will shape its industrial trajectory in 2025, driving growth thr... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2025
Published: December 2024Doing Business in China 2025 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China. Compil...
Tax & Accounting
Hainan Renews Preferential CIT and IIT Policies, Bolstering Free Trade Port Competitiveness
Mar 13Explore Hainan's preferential tax policies designed to attract investment and stimulate business growth. Learn how these targeted tax incentives can benefit your company in one of China's most dynamic economic zones.
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China Monthly Tax Brief: February 2025
Tax & Accounting Mar 06In this monthly China tax brief for February 2025, we spotlight policies and measures just announced or scheduled for implementation.
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China Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Tax & Accounting Feb 28Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for January 2025 has now been updated partially.
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The Annual IIT Reconciliation in China in 2025: Appointment Booking Opens February 21
Tax & Accounting Feb 24Individual income tax (IIT) taxpayers wishing to complete their annual IIT reconciliation between March 1 and 20 must schedule an appointment through the IIT app starting February 21, 2025.
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Managing Tax Compliance Risks in China: Fraudulent Invoicing and Misuse of Tax Incentives
Tax & Accounting Feb 19Companies in China must manage VAT invoices and tax incentives carefully to avoid compliance risks. Strong tax risk management and internal controls are essential to minimize liabilities and ensure regulatory compliance.
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Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025
Published: December 2024Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025 offers a comprehensive overview of the majo... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2025
Published: December 2024Doing Business in China 2025 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China. Compil...
Legal & Regulatory
Eco-Tech Revolution: China's 2025 Blueprint for Sustainable Innovation
Mar 12This article explores how scientific and technological innovation is shaping the future of environmental protection in China, highlighting key developments, government initiatives, and the potential impact on businesses and society.
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The Policies Shaping China’s Industry Landscape in 2025
Legal & Regulatory Mar 10China’s policy-driven initiatives will shape its industrial trajectory in 2025, driving growth through domestic demand, innovation, and sustainability.
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Shanghai Streamlines Data Export with New Data Negative List
Legal & Regulatory Mar 04Shanghai's new data export negative list facilitates cross-border data transfers for companies in reinsurance, shipping, and commerce in the Pilot Free Trade Zone and Lingang New Area.
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China Industries to Watch in 2025: Tapping into Growth Opportunities
Legal & Regulatory Mar 03In this issue of China Briefing Magazine, we explore the key policies likely to shape China’s industrial development in 2025, examine high-potential industries, and provide guidance to companies looking to position themselves for success in this dynamic environment.
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Conducting a Company Health Check in China 2025: Essential Steps and Checklists
Legal & Regulatory Feb 25Conducting a company health check in China in 2025 is essential for businesses to navigate the evolving economic, regulatory, and technological landscape. This article offers a comprehensive guide to help you through the process.
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China Industries to Watch in 2025 Tapping into Growth Opportunities
Published: February 2025China’s policy-driven initiatives will shape its industrial trajectory in 2025, driving growth thr... -
Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025
Published: December 2024Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025 offers a comprehensive overview of the majo...
Industries
Eco-Tech Revolution: China's 2025 Blueprint for Sustainable Innovation
Mar 12This article explores how scientific and technological innovation is shaping the future of environmental protection in China, highlighting key developments, government initiatives, and the potential impact on businesses and society.
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The Policies Shaping China’s Industry Landscape in 2025
Industries Mar 10China’s policy-driven initiatives will shape its industrial trajectory in 2025, driving growth through domestic demand, innovation, and sustainability.
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China Industries to Watch in 2025: Tapping into Growth Opportunities
Industries Mar 03In this issue of China Briefing Magazine, we explore the key policies likely to shape China’s industrial development in 2025, examine high-potential industries, and provide guidance to companies looking to position themselves for success in this dynamic environment.
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China Manufacturing Tracker: 2024-25
Industries Feb 28Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for January 2025 has now been updated partially.
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China’s Fertility Services Market: Navigating Growth, Challenges, and Opportunities
Industries Feb 26China’s fertility sector is undergoing rapid transformation as birth rates decline and demand for reproductive services rises. With infertility affecting nearly one in six couples, assisted reproductive technologies (ART), including in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) and egg freezing, have gained traction.
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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
Exploring the Rise of Women in China's Workforce: Statistics and Progress in Gender Equality
Mar 08This article examines the significant progress made in gender equality across various dimensions of China’s labor market, as well as fair policies and best practices of female employee management in China.
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Conducting a Company Health Check in China 2025: Essential Steps and Checklists
HR & Payroll Feb 25Conducting a company health check in China in 2025 is essential for businesses to navigate the evolving economic, regulatory, and technological landscape. This article offers a comprehensive guide to help you through the process.
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The Annual IIT Reconciliation in China in 2025: Appointment Booking Opens February 21
HR & Payroll Feb 24Individual income tax (IIT) taxpayers wishing to complete their annual IIT reconciliation between March 1 and 20 must schedule an appointment through the IIT app starting February 21, 2025.
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A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of February 18, 2025)
HR & Payroll Feb 18This article offers a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels. The data is current as of February 18, 2025.
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China’s Labor Law: Key Developments in 2024 and Trends to Watch in 2025
HR & Payroll Feb 11This article provides a review of China’s major labour law developments in 2024 and an outlook on what to expect in 2025.
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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... -
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2025
Published: December 2024Doing Business in China 2025 is designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China. Compil...
Technology
EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Mar 10Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
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Shanghai Streamlines Data Export with New Data Negative List
Technology Mar 04Shanghai's new data export negative list facilitates cross-border data transfers for companies in reinsurance, shipping, and commerce in the Pilot Free Trade Zone and Lingang New Area.
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Personal Information Protection Audits in China: Final Measures Effective May 1
Technology Feb 20China’s Cyberspace Administration has unveiled the final rules on conducting personal information protection audits. The new measures, which require fewer companies to conduct less frequent audits than the draft version, offer an opportunity for businesses to strengthen compliance.
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China’s Space Economy: Unlocking Opportunities in Aerospace and Commercial Space Industries
Technology Feb 04China’s aerospace and commercial space industries are rapidly growing, with the sector projected to be worth over US$900 billion by 2029.
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China Robotics Industry: What Are the Opportunities for Foreign Stakeholders
Technology Jan 30China has rapidly surpassed Germany and Japan in industrial robotics, leading the world with 470 robots per 10,000 employees in 2023. This figure eclipses Germany's 429 and Japan's 419, reflecting China's aggressive automation push.
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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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