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China vs. Vietnam vs. India: Where Should Australian Firms Invest?

Economy & Trade

China vs. Vietnam vs. India is becoming one of the defining investment questions for Australian companies seeking manufacturing diversification, supply chain resilience, and access to Asia’s fastest-growing markets. This two‑part series compares their economic fundamentals and trade ties with Australia, then examines key operational factors shaping investment decisions. China, India, and Vietnam are three of […]

China vs. Vietnam vs. India: Where Should Australian Firms Invest?
Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What's in Effect Now?
Economy & Trade

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.

What Are the Main Compliance Calendars Foreign Businesses Must Track in China?
Tax & Accounting

What Are the Main Compliance Calendars Foreign Businesses Must Track in China?

China compliance calendar requires foreign businesses to manage continuous monthly, quarterly, and annual obligations in an increasingly digital and data-driven regulatory environment. Success depends on integrating compliance into core operations, ensuring accuracy across systems, and adapting to both national and local regulatory requirements.

Are You Exposed Under China’s 2026 Personal Information Protection Campaigns?

Are You Exposed Under China’s 2026 Personal Information Protection Campaigns?

China’s 2026 enforcement actions signal a decisive move toward practical, sector‑specific execution of the PIPL. Foreign businesses must now demonstrate day‑to‑day compliance across systems, vendors, and internal processes.

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Economy & Trade

China vs. Vietnam vs. India: Where Should Australian Firms Invest?
Economy & Trade

China vs. Vietnam vs. India: Where Should Australian Firms Invest?

May 12

  • China-Australia Trade Reset: What It Means for Investors in 2026?

    Economy & Trade May 06

    China-Australia economic ties in 2026 are defined by resilient trade, selective investment, and expanding policy frameworks, shifting the relationship from disruption to structured engagement. For investors, the opportunity lies in navigating regulation, diversifying exposure, and leveraging growth in services, clean energy, and strategic sectors.

  • China’s Nuclear Fusion Sector: What the 15th FYP Means for Businesses and Investors

    Economy & Trade May 01

    China’s nuclear fusion sector is rapidly taking shape as an emerging industrial market, with increasing investment and activity across reactor supply chains, advanced materials, and engineering systems. While commercial power generation remains a long-term goal for the 2030s–2040s, near-term business opportunities are already developing in component manufacturing, testing infrastructure, and technology partnerships.

  • US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline

    Economy & Trade Apr 30

    On March 23, 2026, the US Federal Communications Commission updated its Covered List to include foreign-made consumer routers, preventing new models from receiving FCC equipment authorization and thereby banning them from being imported or sold in the US.

  • China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker 2026

    Economy & Trade Apr 29

    In this China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. Data is as of March 2026.

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Tax & Accounting

China CIT Filing 2026: Fix Salary Deduction Errors Before May 31
Tax & Accounting

China CIT Filing 2026: Fix Salary Deduction Errors Before May 31

May 11

Salary and employee welfare expenses are closely reviewed in China’s annual CIT filing. This practical guide helps employers identify and correct common salary deduction errors before the May 31 deadline.

  • What Are the Main Compliance Calendars Foreign Businesses Must Track in China?

    Tax & Accounting May 07

    China compliance calendar requires foreign businesses to manage continuous monthly, quarterly, and annual obligations in an increasingly digital and data-driven regulatory environment. Success depends on integrating compliance into core operations, ensuring accuracy across systems, and adapting to both national and local regulatory requirements.

  • April-May Hong Kong Tax Compliance: A Practical Checklist for Businesses

    Tax & Accounting Apr 29

    Many businesses struggle to manage April-May tax compliance calendars, especially with mandatory iXBRL and MNE e filing. This checklist breaks down what to file, when to file, and how to stay compliant without last minute stress.

  • As a Foreign Company, Do I Need to Make Annual CIT Filing in China?

    Tax & Accounting Apr 28

    Annual CIT filing obligations for foreign companies in China can apply even without profits or a formal entity. This article explains who must file, the key deadlines for 2026, and how PE risks can impact tax obligations.

  • Hong Kong’s Evolving Double Tax Agreement (DTA) Network 2026

    Tax & Accounting Apr 24

    Hong Kong’s double tax agreement network has reached a new milestone, with fresh treaties and active negotiations shaping the 2026 outlook. Understanding how Hong Kong’s DTAs work is essential for investors and multinationals planning cross-border operations.

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Legal & Regulatory

How to Succeed in IP Litigation in China – Lessons from the Supreme Court’s Case Files
Legal & Regulatory

How to Succeed in IP Litigation in China – Lessons from the Supreme Court’s Case Files

May 05

China's Supreme People's Court has published a set of typical IP cases, providing useful insight into how IP law is interpreted and how disputes are won and lost.

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Industries

China’s Nuclear Fusion Sector: What the 15th FYP Means for Businesses and Investors
Industries

China’s Nuclear Fusion Sector: What the 15th FYP Means for Businesses and Investors

May 01

China’s nuclear fusion sector is rapidly taking shape as an emerging industrial market, with increasing investment and activity across reactor supply chains, advanced materials, and engineering systems. While commercial power generation remains a long-term goal for the 2030s–2040s, near-term business opportunities are already developing in component manufacturing, testing infrastructure, and technology partnerships.

Publications

 

HR & Payroll

China Public Holiday Schedule 2026
HR & Payroll

China Public Holiday Schedule 2026

May 12

In 2026, workers will be entitled to a total of 13 statutory holidays. The Dragon Boat Festival runs from June 19 to 21, providing three consecutive days off when combined with weekend rest days.

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Technology

China Cybersecurity Label Explained: Why ‘Optional’ Doesn’t Mean Irrelevant
Technology

China Cybersecurity Label Explained: Why ‘Optional’ Doesn’t Mean Irrelevant

Apr 30

For foreign companies selling smart devices, routers, cameras, or any IoT product in China, the new voluntary cybersecurity label is not just a logo but signals whether your product meets China’s security baseline, and increasingly, whether it gets chosen at all.

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