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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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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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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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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.
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Foreign Business Sentiment in China: What the 2026 AmCham Survey Means for Your China Strategy
AmCham's 2026 survey highlights rising confidence among US companies in China, stronger profitability, and evolving China foreign investment trends, offering key insights for business strategy and growth.
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Switzerland-China Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Upgrade: What It Means for Business
The upgraded free trade agreement between Switzerland and China could significantly lower market-entry costs and expand opportunities for Swiss companies. With 99.8 percent of Swiss exports set to become duty-free, alongside broader investment access, sole ownership rights in key service sectors, and easier rules for digital trade and origin, businesses should start assessing where the agreement could reduce costs or support expansion.