Other Briefings
Transit Visa Exemptions in China: 24-Hour, 72-Hour, and 144-Hour Options
Foreign travelers have several options for transit visa exemptions when traveling through China between two different countries, including 24, 72, or 144 hour transit visa exemptions.
Back Office Automation in China – New Issue of China Briefing Magazine
This issue analyzes how automating back office operations can enable businesses to leverage their human capital and focus on value added service provisions.
China Visas Explained
China issues several different types of visas for a variety of purposes. Here, we provide details on all of the different types of visas and their applications and permitted uses.
Hebei’s Minimum Wage to Increase from November 1
Hebei province is raising its minimum wage rate from November 1, 2019, after three years, and hopes to transition into an advanced manufacturing base.
How to Develop an Effective Employee Retention Strategy in China
Retaining talent can be challenging for firms in China. We discuss the employee retention strategies that will keep staff motivated at the workplace.
Social Security Agreement between China and Japan Effective September 1
The Social Security Agreement between China and Japan took effect September 1, according to China’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MHRSS).
Guangzhou’s IIT Subsidies for Foreign Talents: Detailed Implementation Measures Released
China released detailed measures on the implementation of Guangzhou’s IIT subsidies for eligible overseas talents on August 13. We explain key points.
How SMEs Can Secure Their IT System: Simple Steps
SMEs frequently underestimate the importance of cybersecurity to their business data. We list the most common cyber threats and simple steps that a firm can take to secure their IT system.
