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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.
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Hong Kong Profits Tax Filing Checklist for December Year-End Companies, Ahead of the 2 October E-Filing Deadline
Hong Kong companies with a December 2025 year-end have until 2 October 2026 to file their Profits Tax Return electronically under the IRD's extended deadline. This checklist explains who qualifies, what documents to prepare, and how to avoid filing mistakes and penalties.
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EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.