Other Briefings
The Automation of China’s Labor Force
While the use of robotics in China is not as widespread as in more developed countries, China is quickly picking up. With labor costs rising, replacing humans with robots is becoming an increasingly sensible proposal, especially for repetitive or precise tasks.
Outlook on Light Manufacturing in China: April 2015
CascadeAsia reports on the latest trend in the light manufacturing sector in Asia. This month’s bulletin goes into Guangdong minimum wage hikes, the Dongguan housing fund, footwear production in Fujian and the changing labor dynamics for factory workers in Zhejiang.
Setting Up a Dental Clinic in China
With China recently allowing wholly foreign invested medical institutions in the Shanghai Free Trade Zone, dentistry is one step out of the waiting room. Outside of the FTZ, however, investment remains limited to JVs. Apart from the regular set-up requirements, additional steps need to be taken as well.
Trends in China’s Online Mobile Gaming Market
With its online gaming market (mobile and PC) exceeding RMB 100 billion last year, China is expected to be the industry’s leader in 2015. Learn more about the trends and opportunities that exist in China’s online gaming market in this article.
Update: Latest Guidance Catalogue for Foreign Investment Industries Released
The Chinese government released the latest version of the Guidance Catalogue for Foreign Investment, outlining which industries are restricted or prohibited for foreign investors. The final version essentially enacts the draft that was published in November 2014.
Outlook on Light Manufacturing in China: March 2015
An outlook on light manufacturing in China for the month of March – part of a larger monthly report on labor risks and dynamics across key manufacturing countries in Asia from CascadeAsia Advisors, now available in the Asia Briefing bookstore.
Investing in China’s Entertainment Industry
While the entertainment industry in China traditionally is tightly regulated, in recent years a number of opportunities have arisen. One way the Chinese government controls foreign investment into sensitive industries, is the requirement for a company to stay within its business scope.
Market Overview: The Entertainment Industry in China
The entertainment industry in China has seen explosive growth in recent years, growing at a much faster pace than the overall economy. Spurred by growing disposable income and a maturing taste for entertainment, foreign investors have been exploring the opportunities this promising market provides.
