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Shanghai Lingang New Area Releases Whitelists for Data Export, Facilitating Cross-Border Data Flows

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Shanghai’s Lingang New Area has released general data lists that will facilitate data export for companies in the automotive, biopharma, and mutual fund sectors.

Tianjin Free Trade Zone Releases China’s First Negative List for Cross-Border Data Transfer

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The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China’s first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China’s cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.

China’s New Measures to Support Foreign Investment in Sci-tech Firms

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China seeks to attract sci-tech foreign investment by relaxing rules, fostering partnerships, and enhancing the investment climate.

Shenzhen’s Qianhai Cooperation Zone Expands Preferential IIT and CIT Policies

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The Shenzhen Municipal Tax Bureau, Shenzhen Municipal Finance Bureau, and State Tax Administration have issued two notices broadening tax incentives for individuals and companies in the Qianhai Cooperation Zone.

China Monthly Tax Brief: November 2024

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In this monthly China tax brief for November 2024, we spotlight policies and measures just announced or scheduled for implementation.

China’s Workforce Dynamics and Regional Trends

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Despite a declining working-age population, China’s workforce saw a 6.9 million job increase in 2023, driven by policies re-integrating older workers.

Navigating China’s Latest Export Tax Rebate Adjustments: What Are the Implications?

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Starting December 1, 2024, China lowers the export tax rebate rate from 13 percent to 9 percent for 209 products such as refined oil, photovoltaic products, and batteries while eliminates the rebate policy for other 59 products.

US-China Relations in the Biden Era: A Timeline

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Timeline tracking key developments affecting US-China bilateral trade and business engagement under the Joe Biden administration.

China-Australia Economic Ties: Trade, Investment, and Latest Updates

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On October 10, the Australian government announced that it has agreed on a timetable with China for the full resumption of Australian live rock lobster exports by the end of 2024.

China Expands Access for Wholly Foreign-Owned Hospitals: 9 Cities Open for Investment

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China’s new policy allows wholly foreign-owned hospitals in 9 key cities, aiming to modernize healthcare, attract global expertise, and meet rising demand.

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

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

China Outbound Direct Invest (ODI) Tracker: 2024-25

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In the 2024-25 China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends.

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