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China's Economy in May 2025: Cooling Industrial Output, Resilient Consumption

Economy & Trade

China’s May 2025 economic data highlight resilient domestic consumption and strategic trade diversification as key stabilizers amid a slowing industrial sector.

China's Economy in May 2025: Cooling Industrial Output, Resilient Consumption
How 2025 Tariffs Are Changing China’s Export Landscape
Economy & Trade

How 2025 Tariffs Are Changing China’s Export Landscape

Facing rapid US tariffs hikes in 2025, China's export saw front-loaded shipments in March, leading to a surge ahead of steadier April volumes.

China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison 
Industries

China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison 

China’s AI healthcare market is expanding rapidly, driven by a combination of state-backed policies, vast centralized data, and dual urban–rural demand.

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 55 Countries
Human Resources & Payroll

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 55 Countries

Effective June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia shall be eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, bringing the list of eligible countries to 55.

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Economy & Trade

China's Economy in May 2025: Cooling Industrial Output, Resilient Consumption
Economy & Trade

China's Economy in May 2025: Cooling Industrial Output, Resilient Consumption

Jun 20

China’s May 2025 economic data highlight resilient domestic consumption and strategic trade diversification as key stabilizers amid a slowing industrial sector.

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Tax & Accounting

Transfer Pricing Documentation in China: Common Pitfalls and Best Practices
Tax & Accounting

Transfer Pricing Documentation in China: Common Pitfalls and Best Practices

Jun 18

With completion deadlines approaching, this article identifies common mistakes in preparing local files and special issue files and offers guidance to ensure compliance.

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Legal & Regulatory

Hong Kong’s First Comprehensive Cybersecurity Law: Key Requirements Under the Critical Infrastructure Protection Ordinance
Legal & Regulatory

Hong Kong’s First Comprehensive Cybersecurity Law: Key Requirements Under the Critical Infrastructure Protection Ordinance

Jun 19

A new landmark piece of legislation seeks to to protect essential services in Hong Kong from cyber threats by requiring operators of critical infrastructure to implement robust cybersecurity measures.

Publications

Industries

China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison 
Industries

China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison 

Jun 11

China’s AI healthcare market is expanding rapidly, driven by a combination of state-backed policies, vast centralized data, and dual urban–rural demand.

Publications

 

HR & Payroll

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 55 Countries
HR & Payroll

China Further Expands the 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy to 55 Countries

Jun 12

Effective June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia shall be eligible for China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, bringing the list of eligible countries to 55.

  • China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates

    HR & Payroll Jun 12

    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.

  • How Expats in Shenzhen Can Apply for the GBA IIT Subsidy in 2025?

    HR & Payroll Jun 06

    Shenzhen has kicked off the 2025 application process for the Greater Bay Area Individual Income Tax subsidy. The application window is open from June 1 to July 31. Here is everything you need to know.

  • A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of June 3, 2025)

    HR & Payroll Jun 03

    This 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 June 3, 2025.

  • Beyond Salary: Holistic Approaches to Talent Retention in China

    HR & Payroll May 30

    Traditional pay-based retention strategies are no longer enough. This article explores how foreign investors in China can adopt holistic approaches, focusing on employee development, wellness, and flexibility, to reduce turnover and maintain a competitive edge.

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Technology

Hong Kong’s First Comprehensive Cybersecurity Law: Key Requirements Under the Critical Infrastructure Protection Ordinance
Technology

Hong Kong’s First Comprehensive Cybersecurity Law: Key Requirements Under the Critical Infrastructure Protection Ordinance

Jun 19

A new landmark piece of legislation seeks to to protect essential services in Hong Kong from cyber threats by requiring operators of critical infrastructure to implement robust cybersecurity measures.

Publications

 

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