Other Briefings
Hong Kong Public Holidays 2025
Hong Kong will observe 17 public holidays in 2025, including five long weekends for Lunar New Year, Ching Ming Festival, Easter, the Birthday of the Buddha, and Christmas.
China Expands Private Pension Scheme Nationwide Following Two-Year Pilot Program
After a two-year pilot program, China has officially expanded its private pension scheme nationwide. Starting December 15, 2024, workers nationwide can participate in this supplementary pension scheme.
China’s Workforce Dynamics and Regional Trends
Despite a declining working-age population, China’s workforce saw a 6.9 million job increase in 2023, driven by policies re-integrating older workers.
Annual Confirmation for China IIT Special Additional Deductions 2025 Ending Soon
The annual confirmation for Individual Income Tax (IIT) special additional deductions 2025 will end soon. Individuals, including expatriates in China, should check their eligibility for these deductions before December 31.
Integration of Foreigner’s Work Permit with Social Security Card: What You Need to Know
Effective December 1, 2024, foreign nationals entering China will no longer be required to obtain a physical Foreigner’s Work Permit. Instead, they can apply for an electronic social security card via a designated app.
China Expands Unilateral Visa-Free Policy to 9 Additional Countries Including Japan, Extends Stay to 30 Days
China has expanded its unilateral visa-free policy to include a total of 38 countries, accommodating more entry purposes and extending the stay duration to 30 days.
China Public Holiday 2025 Schedule
China’s Labor Day holiday will run from May 1 to May 5, 2025, spanning five days, with Sunday, April 27, designated as a make‑up working day.
An Introduction to Doing Business in China 2024/25 for Polish Companies – New Publication Out Now
This business guide is designed to support Polish businesses in their first steps towards implementing their China strategy. It offers the latest updates on doing business in China and insights into the Sino-Polish relationship.
