• Tariffs

    Top Articles in Tariffs

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

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

    Apr 20

    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

      Apr 20

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

      Apr 20

    • 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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    The Path to Peak Emissions: Climate and Environmental Policy in China's 15th Five-Year Plan 

    The Path to Peak Emissions: Climate and Environmental Policy in China's 15th Five-Year Plan 

    Apr 23

    The 15th Five-Year Plan doubles down on renewables build-out and seeks to tighten environmental regulations, posing both regulatory challenges and substantial economic opportunities for foreign companies in the years to come.

    • China’s Free Trade Zone Expands to 23 with Inner Mongolia Addition

      Apr 21

    • China's New Supply Chain Security Regulations: What Are the Risks to Foreign Companies? 

      Apr 20

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

      Apr 20

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

      Apr 20

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

      Apr 20

    • Spain-China Relations Deepen Amid Sánchez's Visit to Beijing

      Apr 18
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  • Industries

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    China Manufacturing Tracker 2026

    China Manufacturing Tracker 2026

    Apr 17

    Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for March 2026 has now been updated.

    • China's Agentic AI Boom: What the OpenClaw Surge Reveals

      Apr 14

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

      Mar 19

    • 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
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  • Tax/Accounting

    Top Articles in Tax/Accounting

    China Manufacturing Tracker 2026

    China Manufacturing Tracker 2026

    Apr 17

    Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for March 2026 has now been updated.

    • Beyond Compliance: How to Approach Hong Kong’s 2026 Profits Tax Return

      Apr 16

    • Hong Kong Strengthens AEOI Framework with 2026 Amendment Bill

      Apr 08

    • China Monthly Tax Brief: March 2026

      Apr 03

    • A Guide to Global Minimum Tax in Hong Kong – Compliance Requirements for MNEs (Part II)

      Apr 03

    • Annual CIT Reconciliation in 2026: Key Areas to Focus

      Mar 31

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

      Mar 23
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  • Regulatory

    Top Articles in Regulatory

    Ascentium Acquires Dezan Shira & Associates, Expanding its Footprint to 27 Markets and Strengthening Corporate Services Capabilities

    Ascentium Acquires Dezan Shira & Associates, Expanding its Footprint to 27 Markets and Strengthening Corporate Services Capabilities

    Apr 21

    Ascentium, a leading global business services platform headquartered in Singapore, has completed its acquisition of Dezan Shira & Associates (“Dezan Shira”), a multi-disciplinary professional services firm with more than three decades of experience advising foreign investors across Asia.

    • China's New Supply Chain Security Regulations: What Are the Risks to Foreign Companies? 

      Apr 20

    • Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprises in China: The Complete 2026 Setup Guide 

      Apr 07

    • China Customs Compliance Alert: GAC’s New Credit Management Rules Effective April 1

      Apr 02

    • Entering Hong Kong: Operational Roadmap for Chinese Mainland Enterprises

      Mar 27

    • GAC New Overseas Food Manufacturer Registration Rules Effective June 1: A Guide for Exporters

      Mar 26

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

      Mar 25
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  • HR/Payroll

    Top Articles in HR/Payroll

    Hiring in Hong Kong: Compliance Tips for Foreign Companies

    Hiring in Hong Kong: Compliance Tips for Foreign Companies

    Apr 21

    Hong Kong offers foreign companies access to a highly skilled, multilingual workforce and a business-friendly regulatory environment, making it a key gateway for regional expansion in Asia.

    • China Minimum Wage Standards 2026

      Apr 15

    • Cost of Living in China 2026: A City-by-City Breakdown for Expats

      Apr 10

    • Labor Compliance in China 2026: Enforcement Trends and Documentation Risks

      Apr 08

    • Hong Kong Employer’s Return 2026 Opens: Are You Ready?

      Apr 01

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

      Mar 30

    • China's Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates

      Mar 27
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  • Technology

    Top Articles in Technology

    Do I Need a License to Operate Online in China? A Guide for Foreign Companies

    Do I Need a License to Operate Online in China? A Guide for Foreign Companies

    Apr 22

    Before launching a website, mobile app, or digital platform in China, foreign companies face one fundamental question: do they need a license? In most cases, the answer is yes—and often more than one.

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

      Apr 20

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

      Apr 15

    • 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
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  • China Outbound

    Top Articles in China Outbound

    Import-Export Procedures in India: 2026 Edition

    Import-Export Procedures in India: 2026 Edition

    Apr 20

    India’s import-export procedures in 2026 are fully digitized, with streamlined customs systems, IEC-based registration, and real-time compliance under FTP 2023. Businesses must follow standardized classification and digital processes to manage trade efficiently and stay compliant.

    • Indonesia’s Minimum Investment Requirements: What Foreign Investors Need to Plan Before Entry

      Apr 09

    • Malaysia’s New Manufacturing Incentives: How to Structure Your Investment Under the NIF in 2026

      Apr 07

    • Vietnam Visa Costs: What You Need to Know

      Apr 07

    • China’s Strategy for Overseas Investment in the 15th Five-Year Plan

      Apr 06

    • 2026 Vietnam Public Holiday Schedule: No Nine-Day April Break Planned

      Apr 03

    • Singapore as ASEAN’s Logistics Hub: Warehousing, Trade Facilitation, and Investment Opportunities

      Apr 02
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