Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?
The current landscape of US-China tariff rates is complex, with multiple overlapping trade measures in effect. This article explains which tariffs apply in 2025 and how they intersect.
China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker: 2024-25
In the 2024-25 China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. The data for Jan and Feb 2025 has been updated.
Beyond Salary: Holistic Approaches to Talent Retention in China
Traditional pay-based retention strategies are no longer enough. This article explores how foreign investors in China can adopt holistic approaches, focusing on employee development, wellness, and flexibility, to reduce turnover and maintain a competitive edge.
How 2025 Tariffs Are Changing China’s Export Landscape
Facing rapid US tariffs hikes in 2025, China’s export saw front-loaded shipments in March, leading to a surge ahead of steadier April volumes.
China’s 2025 Legislative Agenda: Key Laws and Regulations for Foreign Companies to Watch
The agenda outlines China’s legislative priorities for the year, including several new and amended regulations governing finance, foreign trade, tax, and economic development that may impact foreign companies.
The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience
The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, “The China+ Strategy: Cross-Border Restructuring for Supply Chain Resilience“, is now available as a complimentary download on the Asia Briefing Publication Store.
Additional Compliance After Completing China’s Annual CIT Filing
Following the May 31 deadline for China’s annual CIT reconciliation, companies should prioritize the preparation and retention of supporting documents for potential inspections by the tax bureau.
China-Germany Economic Relations 2025: What Merz’s Leadership Means for Trade and Investment
Under Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Germany’s relationship with China is entering a phase of cautious recalibration. In 2024, bilateral trade reached approximately EUR 246 billion (US$279 billion), and over 5,000 German companies operate in China, with most planning to maintain or expand their investments.