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    Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What's in Effect Now?

    Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What's in Effect Now?

    Mar 27

    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.

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

      Mar 27

    • EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

      Feb 27

    • US Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs – What it Means for the US-China Détente

      Feb 23

    • China-UK Relations Turn New Page with Raft of Deals Following Starmer Visit

      Feb 04

    • Trump 2.0 at One Year: What US–China Relations Could Look Like in 2026

      Jan 20

    • China Cuts Import Tariffs to Support High-Tech, Healthcare in 2026 Schedule

      Dec 30
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  • Economy

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    Is WFOE Still the Right Corporate Structure for China in 2026?

    Is WFOE Still the Right Corporate Structure for China in 2026?

    Mar 30

    A wholly foreign‑owned enterprise (WFOE) remains the preferred entry structure for many foreign investors in China in 2026, provided the target sector permits full foreign ownership and the business requires direct operational control.

    • Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What's in Effect Now?

      Mar 27

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

      Mar 27

    • China's New GAC Overseas Food Manufacturer Registration Rules: What Exporters Need to Know Before June 1, 2026

      Mar 26

    • China’s Economy Begins Year on Strong Footing – But Will Momentum Hold?

      Mar 24

    • Deepening Regional Integration: The GBA in China's 15th Five-Year Plan

      Mar 20

    • China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Key Insights for Foreign Investors

      Mar 13
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  • Industries

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    China’s Brain-Computer Interface Industry – Tapping into the Future of Human-Machine Integration

    China’s Brain-Computer Interface Industry – Tapping into the Future of Human-Machine Integration

    Mar 19

    China is investing heavily in brain-computer interface technology, opening up vast new frontiers in healthcare, rehabilitation, and entertainment.

    • EU CBAM 2026: What It Means for China‑Based Manufacturing

      Mar 12

    • China Issues New Production Licensing Rules for Infant Formula Liquid Milk

      Mar 02

    • China's Quantum Technology: The 15th Five-Year Plan's Push from Lab to Market

      Feb 26

    • China’s Green Consumption Market: Policy Momentum, Consumer Shifts, and Commercial Opportunities

      Feb 17

    • Qianhai Updates Support for Hong Kong and Macao Medical Institutions

      Jan 30

    • China’s Industries to Watch in 2026

      Jan 28
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  • Tax/Accounting

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    Annual CIT Reconciliation in 2026: Key Areas to Focus

    Annual CIT Reconciliation in 2026: Key Areas to Focus

    Mar 31

    China’s annual CIT reconciliation is one of the most important tax compliance obligations for businesses operating in the country. Filing accurately and early in 2026 can help companies reduce audit risk, avoid penalties, and optimize the use of available tax incentives.

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

      Mar 23

    • How Can Expats Complete Annual IIT Reconciliation in China?

      Mar 23

    • China Monthly Tax Brief: February 2026

      Mar 11

    • China’s MIIT Introduces New Technology Contract Registration Requirements for 2026

      Feb 25

    • Annual IIT Reconciliation in China 2026: Appointment Booking Opens February 25

      Feb 24

    • Hong Kong IRD Warns Public About Fraudulent Stamp Duty Certificate Notices

      Feb 13
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  • Regulatory

    Top Articles in Regulatory

    Entering Hong Kong: Operational Roadmap for Chinese Mainland Enterprises

    Entering Hong Kong: Operational Roadmap for Chinese Mainland Enterprises

    Mar 27

    Hong Kong continues to play a critical role for Chinese Mainland enterprises pursuing internationalization and cross‑border growth. This article provides a structured overview of the operational steps, regulatory considerations, and strategic advantages of establishing a presence in Hong Kong.

    • China's New GAC Overseas Food Manufacturer Registration Rules: What Exporters Need to Know Before June 1, 2026

      Mar 26

    • How Foreign Investors Can Set Up a Company in China Entirely Online

      Mar 25

    • China’s Revised Foreign Trade Law Is Now in Effect: What Businesses Need to Know

      Mar 18

    • China to Grant Market and Data Exclusivity for Innovative Drugs for the First Time

      Mar 17

    • Trademark Registration in Hong Kong: Strategic Considerations for International Businesses

      Mar 16

    • China's Updated Catalogue of Encouraged Service Imports (2026): Opportunities for Global Service Providers

      Mar 10
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  • HR/Payroll

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    China Annual IIT Reconciliation in 2026 Is Open: Are You Ready?

    China Annual IIT Reconciliation in 2026 Is Open: Are You Ready?

    Mar 19

    Annual IIT reconciliation is the mandatory year‑end individual income tax settlement for resident taxpayers. This guide outlines eligibility, deductions, filing channels, and common compliance pitfalls.

    • China’s Labor Market in 2026: Wage Realignment, Mobility Shifts, and the New Talent Map

      Mar 16

    • Guangzhou and Foshan Simplify Foreign Hiring with New Mobility Rules

      Mar 04

    • Labor Trends and Risk Management in China 2026 - New Publication Out

      Mar 03

    • China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates

      Feb 15

    • China Enforces Higher Salary Thresholds for A/B Work Permits

      Feb 12

    • An Update on Work Permit Renewal for Foreign Talent in Shenzhen

      Feb 05
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  • Technology

    Top Articles in Technology

    EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

    EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

    Feb 27

    Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.

    • China’s MIIT Introduces New Technology Contract Registration Requirements for 2026

      Feb 25

    • China’s New Vehicle Data Export Guidelines: How Automakers Should Prepare

      Feb 10

    • China PIPL: Key Compliance Signals from CAC’s January 2026 Q&A

      Jan 23

    • Compliance Audit for the Protection of the Personal Information of Minors Due January 31

      Jan 13

    • Navigating Trends in China’s Data Compliance Regime

      Jan 09

    • An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2026 - New Publication Out

      Dec 23
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  • China Outbound

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    印度将从4月1日起推行新所得税法，采用简化合规框架

    印度将从4月1日起推行新所得税法，采用简化合规框架

    Mar 25

    印度将从2026年4月1日起实施新的《2025年所得税法》，政府将分阶段推出税务表格和数字基础设施，以确保从现有税制平稳过渡。根据议会财政常务委员会提交的一份报告，所得税部门将首先启用新立法所需的总计190种表格中的54种。作为更广泛过渡计划的一部分，其余表格将在2026-27财年期间逐步推出。

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

      Mar 23

    • How Global Energy Price Volatility Could Affect Singapore’s Economy

      Mar 19

    • Vietnam, China Advance Economic Cooperation Amid High-Level Engagements

      Mar 19

    • Vietnam’s Amended Investment Law: Key Transitional Provisions for Existing and New Projects

      Mar 18

    • Reporting Obligations of Foreign Enterprises in Vietnam: 2026 Compliance Calendar

      Mar 18

    • Indonesia Corporate Income Tax Framework for Foreign-Owned Companies

      Mar 18
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