Other Briefings
China Minimum Wage Standards 2026
This article offers a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels. The data is current as of January 22, 2026.
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.
Labor Compliance in China 2026: Enforcement Trends and Documentation Risks
China’s labor compliance landscape in 2026 is defined by tighter judicial interpretation rather than new laws. Employers must align HR, payroll, and documentation practices with evolving court standards to manage dispute risk effectively.
Hong Kong Employer’s Return 2026 Opens: Are You Ready?
Hong Kong’s Employer’s Return filing season begins April 1 with the issuance of Form BIR56A by the IRD. Employers must prepare accurate staff remuneration disclosures and submit them on time to avoid penalties.
Is WFOE Still the Right Corporate Structure for China in 2026?
A wholly foreign‑owned enterprise (WFOE) remains the preferred entry structure for many foreign investors in China in 2026, provided the target sector permits full foreign ownership and the business requires direct operational control.
China’s Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates
This article looks at all of the China visa-free policies that are currently in place.
China Annual IIT Reconciliation 2026 Is Underway: Key Takeaways
Annual IIT reconciliation is the mandatory year‑end individual income tax settlement for resident taxpayers. This guide outlines eligibility, deductions, filing channels, and common compliance pitfalls.
China’s Labor Market in 2026: Wage Realignment, Mobility Shifts, and the New Talent Map
China’s labor market is entering a phase of adjustment marked by targeted wage pressure, cautious talent mobility, and a rebalancing of city-tier advantages. For employers in 2026, success depends less on scale and more on precision in role design, location planning, and talent investment.
