Other Briefings
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.
Hong Kong Budget 2026-2027: Driving Growth Through Technology and Innovation
The latest fiscal blueprint charts a path to innovation-led growth while reinforcing the city’s position as a global financial and logistics hub.
US Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs – What it Means for the US-China Détente
The court’s decision curtails executive overreach in trade policy and could create a more stable tariff environment for businesses, but calls into question the the terms of the US-China trade agreement negotiated under the pretext of now-voided duties.
China’s New International Land-Sea Corridor: Implications for Supply Chains and ASEAN Trade
China’s New Land-Sea Corridor is becoming a commercially scalable route linking inland provinces with ASEAN and global markets. With rising cargo volumes and new policy support, the corridor offers businesses fresh opportunities for pilot shipments, financing improvements, and supply-chain diversification.
