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Should You Register Your Software Copyright in China? A Strategic Overview for Businesses
Software copyright is automatic in China, but formal registration is often required or advisable. We discuss when and why businesses should consider it.
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Setting Up a Manufacturing WFOE in China: Site Selection, Environmental Approvals, and Licensing
A practical roadmap for foreign manufacturers establishing a production entity in China, from choosing a site to securing the licences that allow you to switch the line on.
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China’s Draft Anti-Cross-Border Corruption Law – How Will It Affect Foreign Companies?
The proposed law seeks to tackle cross-border bribery and corruption conducted by both Chinese and foreign companies and individuals, potentially creating new compliance burdens and operational risks. Here's how companies can prepare.
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Re-domiciliation vs. Restructuring: Which Option Is Right for Your Hong Kong Business?
Learn when re-domiciling a company to Hong Kong is preferable to corporate restructuring, and how each option affects tax, operations, compliance, and growth plans.
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China Liquidation Process Explained: Key Steps to Close a Company Successfully
The liquidation process in China is the stage where a company settles its debts, taxes, and obligations before it can be formally deregistered, and getting it wrong can leave directors and shareholders personally liable.
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China Issues New Organic Product Catalogue – Should You Certify Your Products?
China's updated organic product catalogue marks another step in standardising its certification system. As rules tighten and demand for organic products rises, companies should assess whether certification is worth pursuing for their products.
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Why Foreign Brands Should Register Trademarks in China Before Market Entry
Register trademarks in China before market entry to prevent bad-faith filings, protect brand ownership, secure enforcement rights, and avoid costly launch delays.
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China’s 2026-2030 Climate Compliance Roadmap: Key Trends and Business Impacts
China's new Climate Change Five-Year Plan is reshaping the country's environmental compliance landscape. We break down what businesses need to know about carbon market expansion, carbon footprint certification, and non-CO2 emissions rules over the next five years.