Other Briefings
China Releases 2025 Edition of Encouraged Catalogue for Foreign Investment
China has released the 2025 edition of its Encouraged Foreign Investment Catalogue, significantly expanding the scope of industries eligible for preferential policies. The new catalogue will take effect on February 1, 2026.
China Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines for 2026
Businesses operating in China are suggested to pay attention to the tax filing and payment deadlines for 2026 to avoid late payment penalties and tax credit downgrading.
China’s Economy in November 2025: Year-End Review and 2026 Outlook
China’s November 2025 economic data show momentum easing as the year draws to a close, with the 2026 outlook likely to be characterized by slower headline growth and sharper sectoral divergence.
Beyond Zero Tariffs – What Hainan’s New Customs Zone Means for Industry, Investors, and the Island
Effective December 18, 2025, the new Hainan customs zone introduces a two-line tariff system to boost processing and trade activities. It offers duty-free benefits for imports used within the island and incentives for value-added industries.
China’s Luxury Market Outlook: Stabilization, Strategic Reset, and the New Consumer Landscape
China’s luxury market is entering 2026 in a phase of cautious stabilization, shaped by shifting consumer demographics, evolving tastes, and a more complex macro-policy environment.
CEWC 2025: China Emphasizes Boosting Domestic Consumption, Proactive Fiscal Policy in 2026
China’s 2025 Central Economic Work Conference sets a cautious yet targeted economic agenda for 2026, emphasizing proactive fiscal policy, modest monetary easing, and efforts to boost domestic consumption and strategic investment.
From Renewable Electrolysis to FCVs – Opportunities in China’s Emerging Hydrogen Industry
Bolstered by strong government backing, the nascent industry poses exciting opportunities for green applications, but investors must be aware of intrinsic early mover risks.
Shanghai Eastern Hub: Visa-Free Entry for Global Business Travelers Up to 30 Days
The Shanghai Eastern Hub offers a new level of convenience for international business engagement, innovation, and specialized services. With its unique policy mix, it provides foreign enterprises with new opportunities for expansion.
