Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for April 2025 has now been updated.
China’s Dragon Boat Festival will run from May 31 to June 2, 2025, spanning three days, including the weekend of May 31 and June 1.
Companies are advised to begin tax filing procedures as soon as possible to complete CIT reconciliation before the deadline of May 31, 2025.
China's new facial recognition regulations, effective June 1, 2025, impose stricter compliance rules on businesses, requiring justification for use, enhanced data security, and transparency. Learn what your company needs to do to stay compliant.
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Sign Up NowChina’s economy showed resilience in April 2025 despite the impact of US tariffs, with strong industrial output, services, and trade.
This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on May 14, 2025. Most recently, US and China agreed to cut reciprocal tariff rates to 10 percent for a period of 90 days; US reduced de minimis tariff rates but costs remain high for small parcels.
China’s industrial power rates depend upon the category of industry, type of electricity usage, region where it is located, time of use, as well as charging method. The data in this article is as of May 2025.
The growing trade and investment relationship between China and Denmark not only reflects mutual economic interests but also highlights the complementary strengths of each nation.
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for April 2025 has now been updated.
On May 19, China’s Ministry of Finance and eight other departments announced the nationwide application of electronic voucher accounting data standards. Learn what’s covered, how businesses should prepare, and why it matters for your operations.
Companies are advised to begin tax filing procedures as soon as possible to complete CIT reconciliation before the deadline of May 31, 2025.
This brief spotlight significant taxation developments for businesses. Among others, China expands e-commerce zones, updates VAT and tax incentives, introduces instant VAT refunds, raises tariffs on US goods, and announces new tax audit priorities.
Hong Kong's Inland Revenue Department has issued the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2024/25 on May 2. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.
New regulations for implementing the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law expand the scope of countermeasures and specify consequences for non-compliance. Here's what foreign companies should know.
This issue of the BOI Filing in China Q&A series explains how to determine the beneficial owner of an enterprise based on specific circumstances. It is the final installment in this three-part series.
Bank account risk management in Hong Kong is essential, as financial institutions tighten compliance checks of corporate accounts.
China has released new national standards for special medical purpose infant formula. Learn the updated FSMP registration procedures, production requirements, and compliance timelines for companies selling or manufacturing in China.
China’s latest guidelines on strengthening the social credit system impose stricter penalties on dishonest businesses. Entities labeled as seriously dishonest face restrictions on government funding, tax breaks, and market access.
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for April 2025 has now been updated.
China’s industrial power rates depend upon the category of industry, type of electricity usage, region where it is located, time of use, as well as charging method. The data in this article is as of May 2025.
Explore China’s evolving startup scene—industries, VC trends, and the latest incentive policies shaping innovation and entrepreneurship in 2025.
US Trump Tariffs, reinstated in April 2025, revoked the de minimis exemption for Chinese shipments, introducing new tariffs on small packages and bulk imports. This shift threatens China’s ultra-fast fashion sector, by raising operational costs and disrupting their business model based on low-value, high-frequency shipments.
China's humanoid robot market is expected to become a multi-billion dollar industry within the next decade, presenting huge opportunities for investors in a variety of sectors.
This article looks at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place. Most recently on May 15, China expands its 30-day unilateral visa-free policy to five South American countries, including Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay.
China's manufacturing sector is evolving fast—and talent strategy is at the heart of it. Discover how companies are navigating the workforce shift with reskilling programs, flexible employment models, and AI-powered talent insights.
Hong Kong's Inland Revenue Department has issued the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2024/25 on May 2. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.
Foreign invested companies in China must build localized recruiting strategies to attract top talent. Learn how to adapt to China's cultural norms, labor market shifts, and digital recruitment trends.
A comprehensive guide to Chinese visas types, application procedures, and requirements after entering China.
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
China’s Cyberspace Administration clarifies cross-border data transfer rules, offering foreign businesses guidance on streamlined data exports and compliance.
China's humanoid robot market is expected to become a multi-billion dollar industry within the next decade, presenting huge opportunities for investors in a variety of sectors.
China’s latest Cybersecurity Law amendments introduce stricter compliance requirements, higher penalties, and enhanced enforcement for businesses. Learn how these changes impact businesses and what companies must do to stay compliant.
China's new facial recognition regulations, effective June 1, 2025, impose stricter compliance rules on businesses, requiring justification for use, enhanced data security, and transparency. Learn what your company needs to do to stay compliant.
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