Other Briefings
China’s 2019 Holiday Schedule
This article outlines China’s official holiday schedule for 2019, including the adjusted working weekend dates to compensate for long breaks.
China Bans Questions on Marital, Childbearing Status during Hiring
Employers hiring female candidates in China are now banned from asking them about their marital and childbearing status to curb discriminatory practices.
Visa Requirements and Procedures in Hong Kong
A visa or entry permit is required to work, study, establish, or join in any business or to take up residence in Hong Kong.
China’s Hukou System: What it is and How it Works
Hukou is a legal document in China that records a holder’s household registration and basic personal information. Learn how it determines access to jobs and benefits.
China’s Incentives to Reduce Capital Pressure on Firms, Boost Employment
China’s State Council has announced incentives to encourage firms to avoid layoffs as the government looks to head off employment “uncertainty”.
Hong Kong’s 2019 Holiday Schedule
Workers in Hong Kong will enjoy 17 public holidays in 2019. This article outlines Hong Kong’s official holiday schedule for 2019.
Social Insurance in China: Prepare Your Business for Big Changes on January 1, 2019
Employers in China need to review their social insurance processes. From January 1, 2019, social insurance contributions will be levied by China’s tax bureau.
How to Get a Shenzhen Hukou
Shenzhen’s hukou system determines beneficial access to housing, education, and medical treatment, among other social and welfare provisions.
