Other Briefings
An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2024
This publication, updated in April 2024, is designed to introduce the fundamentals of doing business in Hong Kong. This guide covers corporate establishment, tax and audit, HR and payroll, and cybersecurity and data protection.
Tianjin Free Trade Zone Releases China’s First Negative List for Cross-Border Data Transfer
The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China’s first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China’s cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
China Introduces New Policy Measures to Facilitate the Movement of Residents
China’s National Immigration Administration has introduced a range of measures to simplify entry and exit procedures, extend business stays, and address tourism needs, aligning with the vision of a more integrated Greater Bay Area.
China Announces Industrial Equipment Upgrading Action Plan
China announced an ambitious action plan for industrial equipment upgrading, which aims to drive technological innovation and economic growth through extensive investment and regulatory support. We highlight the key details and takeaways from the plan.
China to Relax Foreign Ownership Limits in Value-Added Telecommunication Services
China has launched a pilot program in specific regions to relax foreign ownership restrictions on certain value-added telecommunication services. The program aims to attract foreign investment and boost market activity.
China’s Draft Certification Standards for Cross-Border Personal Information Transfer (Updated)
China’s standards committee has begun soliciting feedback on standards for third-party agencies to certify companies for personal information export.
Cross-Border Data Transfer – New Measures Clarify Security Review Requirements
China has released long-awaited measures detailing requirements for security assessments for transferring data out of the country.
China’s Standard Contract Measures for Personal Information Export – Additional Guidelines Released
The CAC has adopted measures for the streamlined “Standard Contract” procedure for exporting personal information. Here’s how it works.
