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  July 10, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 5 minutes
  

  China’s 2019 Negative Lists and Encouraged Catalogue for Foreign Investment

  The 2019 editions of China’s National and FTZ Negative Lists and FI Encouraged Catalogue are important supplements to the upcoming Foreign Investment Law.
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  July 9, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Will Virtual Banks Benefit Foreign SMEs in Hong Kong?

  The Hong Kong Monetary Authority recently granted four new virtual banking licenses. These will operate almost exclusively online, and are likely to focus on banking for small and medium sized enterprises.
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  July 4, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 5 minutes
  

  Setting Up a Joint Venture in China

  Setting up a joint venture in China can allow foreign businesses to invest in restricted industries and take advantage of local know-how.
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  July 1, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  Legal Updates Businesses in China Should Note from July 1

  Businesses in China should note the laws and regulations coming into effect July 1, impacting administrative fees, IP registration, and taxes, among others.
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  June 25, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  Shanghai Businesses to Comply with New Waste Management Norms from July 1

  Shanghai is making garbage sorting mandatory and will restrict the use of disposable items in the hospitality and e-commerce industries.
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  June 20, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 3 minutes
  

  China’s New Stimulus Plan Encourages Consumption of Smart Cars, 5G, Green Home Appliances

  China has unveiled a two-year stimulus plan to boost the purchase of auto vehicles, home appliances, and consumer electronic goods.
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  May 30, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 4 minutes
  

  China Unveils 12 Measures to Further Open its Banking and Insurance Sectors

  China’s top banking and insurance regulator, CBIRC, recently announced 12 new measures to further open up the country’s financial sector.
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  May 27, 2019 by China Briefing Reading Time: 2 minutes
  

  China Pilots Policy to Reduce Business Certification Requirements

  China recently announced a new pilot program that will cut certification requirements for a range of business activities.