Other Briefings
We cover the latest economy and trade, legal and tax updates, industry insights, and HR and payroll news that are most relevant to doing business in China. Here are our top China news summaries.
Shanghai Lingang New Area Releases Whitelists for Data Export, Facilitating Cross-Border Data Flows
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
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
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
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’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Key Insights for Foreign Investors
From developing frontier technologies to boosting domestic demand, the plan sends a clear signal to businesses and investors of where opportunities will lie over the next five years.
Hong Kong Investment in 2026: Strategy, Connectivity, and APAC Advantage
Hong Kong is repositioning itself in 2026 as a strategic APAC investment hub, supported by revived capital markets, stable macroeconomic fundamentals, and deep financial liquidity.
Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?
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.
Germany-China Relations Under Merz: What the First Official Visit to Beijing Means for Business
Germany-China relations have stabilized at the political level following Chancellor Merz’s February 2026 visit to Beijing, with both sides reaffirming their strategic partnership and committing to structured bilateral consultations. However, the structural economic tensions driving Germany’s record EUR 90 billion trade deficit with China remain unresolved, and European businesses should not mistake diplomatic normalization for improved market conditions.
EU CBAM 2026: What It Means for China‑Based Manufacturing
As the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism enters its definitive phase, China-based heavy industry faces a permanently altered cost landscape, one where carbon intensity is now a priced factor of competitiveness, not an externality.
China Monthly Tax Brief: February 2026
China monthly tax brief February 2026 highlights a pivotal month shaped by the rollout of the new VAT Law and a surge of aligning tax policies. New incentives, compliance signals, and special zone updates together redefine China’s evolving tax environment.
China’s Updated Catalogue of Encouraged Service Imports (2026): Opportunities for Global Service Providers
China’s updated Catalogue of Encouraged Service Imports (2026) identifies priority sectors to import high-quality international services.
Case Study: Using Hong Kong as a Strategic Anchor in a Complex Chinese Mainland Trademark Landscape
This case illustrates how Hong Kong can serve as a strategic anchor when Chinese Mainland filings encounter structural obstacles and prior conflicting rights. A parallel protection strategy enabled the Company to secure continuity and reduce long‑term trademark risk.
