Other Briefings
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.
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’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.
Government Funding Schemes and Business Incentives in Hong Kong
Companies in Hong Kong can benefit from myriad incentive programs designed to support business growth, foster innovation, nurture talent, and more.
China’s Two Sessions 2026: Key Takeaways from the Government Work Report
In his 2026 GWR, Premier Li Qiang announced that China will target GDP growth of 4.5%-5% in 2026, adding that policymakers will “strive for better outcomes in actual implementation.”
China’s Import and Export Licensing Regime in 2026
China’s 2026 updates to its import and export licensing catalogs introduce new requirements for a wide range of goods. Companies that proactively review classifications and adjust compliance processes will be better positioned to avoid clearance delays and maintain supply chain continuity.
