Other Briefings
Shanghai’s Minimum Wage to Increase April 1
Shanghai’s minimum wage will increase on April 1, 2019. Find out what this means for your business.
Tax Residency in China: Six-Year Rule Clarified
China has confirmed how it will implement the “six-year rule” to determine foreign workers’ tax residency in the country. We explain the latest clarifications announced.
China Cuts Social Insurance Costs for Employers
The move to slash employers’ social insurance obligations is part of China’s broader agenda to reduce costs for businesses, together with tax cuts and removing administrative hurdles.
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”.
