Other Briefings
China’s 2018 Holiday Schedule
China has announced its official holiday schedule for 2018. Here, we present China’s complete 2018 holiday schedule and highlight the biggest events of the year.
A Complete Guide to 2017 Minimum Wage Levels Across China
Labor costs in China continue to rise – 19 regions have increased their minimum wages so far in 2017. In this article, we present minimum wage levels across China, and discuss changes to wages in 2017.
IT Solutions: Improving Efficiency, Accuracy and Transparency in Payroll Processing in China
Although China is rapidly developing into a mature economy, the HR and payroll processes of many companies operating in the country are still paper-based or recorded on rudimentary Excel spreadsheets. In this article, we examine how IT solutions can improve HR and payroll processing in China.
Same Sex Couple Wins Visa Ruling in Hong Kong
Last month, Hong Kong’s Court of Appeal ruled in favor of granting a dependent spousal visa for a British woman who identifies as LGBT. The unanimous approval by the Court was welcomed by the international business and banking community in Hong Kong, and could open up the same-sex debate in the region and spur further policy reform.
China as a Payroll Processing Center for MNCs in Asia
As Asia’s largest economy, China has an established history of serving as the main operational center for many multinational companies’ operations in Asia. Now, China is emerging as the leading hub for HR and payroll processing services across Asia.
China Employment and Labor Disputes: Anticipate the Unexpected, Act to Prevent Disruption
The likelihood of a labor incident in China has grown in recent years. Foreign managers often fail to anticipate and mitigate disputes, which can disrupt business as usual. This article explains how proactive management and internal controls can protect your business.
Electronic Contracts in China Can Improve Efficiency with Strong Controls
For companies that want to cut costs, and make operations more efficient, electronic contracts seem to be an attractive alternative for traditional paper contracts that can be difficult to organize and store. In this, we look at the legal aspects of electronic contracts, and how best to use of them.
China Work Permit Calculator: Find Your Tier
China’s new work permit system for foreigners was rolled out nationwide on April 1 this year, introducing a three-tier talent grading system for expatriates. Here, we present a work permit calculator which can help employers and expats research tier category before applying.
