Other Briefings
China’s Special Economic Zones Explained: Which One is Right for Your Business?
China’s seven special economic zones each offer distinct industrial profiles, incentive policies, and strategic advantages. Here’s what foreign investors need to know to find the right fit.
Spain-China Relations Deepen Amid Sánchez’s Visit to Beijing
Spain is deepening engagement with China despite structural imbalances, with Sánchez’s April 2026 visit institutionalizing bilateral dialogue and expanding cooperation in investment, agrifood, and industrial sectors, even as a large trade deficit persists.
The Path to Peak Emissions: Climate and Environmental Policy in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan
The 15th Five-Year Plan doubles down on renewables build-out and seeks to tighten environmental regulations, posing both regulatory challenges and substantial economic opportunities for foreign companies in the years to come.
China’s Free Trade Zone Expands to 23 with Inner Mongolia Addition
China’s approval of the Inner Mongolia Pilot Free Trade Zone brings the country’s total FTZ count to 23, completing the national FTZ map and opening new channels in rare earths, AI computing, and cross‑border logistics. The key question for investors is how these policy ambitions translate into actionable opportunities.
China’s New Supply Chain Security Regulations: What Are the Risks to Foreign Companies?
China’s new rules on industrial supply chain security could place foreign companies in the crosshairs of competing national laws, with potential consequences for those operating in the country.
China’s GDP Grows 5% in Q1 2026 in Show of Resilience
China’s economy delivered a strong start to 2026, with industrial output and export growth driving momentum despite headwinds from the global supply chain crisis.
How China’s Foreign Investment Negative List Works – A Guide for Investors
Understanding which sectors are open, restricted, or entirely off-limits to foreign investors in China requires consulting several different lists depending on where and how you plan to invest.
Cost of Living in China 2026: A City-by-City Breakdown for Expats
This city‑by‑city guide analyzes expat living costs in China in 2026 using a Shanghai Index benchmark. It explains how inflation trends, exchange rates, and regional development policies shape real purchasing power across different cities and lifestyles.
