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Representative Office vs Subsidiary in China: Which One Suits Your China Expansion Plan
A representative office looks like the cautious way into China, and a subsidiary like the full commitment. Under the rules in force in 2026, that framing misrepresents the costs: here is how to make the choice on the variables that actually decide it.
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Exporting Wine to China in 2026: Market Access and Strategies for European Producers
European wine enters China at a 14 percent tariff disadvantage to Australia, Chile, and other free trade partners, and must meet updated registration rules and a new labeling standard. In the second of two articles, we look at market access requirements and what China's changing wine market means for European producers.
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China’s Wine Market in 2026: What the Data Show for European and International Producers
China imported approximately 101.4 million litres of wine in the first half of 2026, worth around US$716 million. Import volume fell 11 percent year on year, while import value increased 0.8 percent. The average import price rose 13.3 percent to US$7.07 per litre.
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Xi-Trump Meeting: Four Takeaways from the Washington Visit for Businesses
Xi Jinping's official state visit to Washington, DC, has led to a two-month extension to the tariff truce, providing important, if short-lived, clarity for businesses.
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Digital Invoicing and Billing in China – Why Companies Should Start the Transition Now
As China's digital invoicing system continues to expand, businesses should understand its implications and how to prepare processes and systems for adoption.
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US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
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.
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Hiring Someone on the Ground in China – Tax and Compliance Considerations
Hiring employees in China can create unexpected tax and compliance obligations for FIEs. This guide examines the key issues companies should address when building and managing a local workforce.
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Trading Company Setup in China: Licensing and Import-Export Rights
This guide to trading company China setup explains how foreign investors obtain import-export rights, draft a workable business scope, complete customs registration, and meet the licensing and tax obligations that apply from 2026.