Other Briefings
China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker 2026
In this China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. Data is as of March 2026.
As a Foreign Company, Do I Need to Make Annual CIT Filing in China?
Annual CIT filing obligations for foreign companies in China can apply even without profits or a formal entity. This article explains who must file, the key deadlines for 2026, and how PE risks can impact tax obligations.
China’s Special Economic Zones Explained: Which One is Right for Your Business?
China’s seven special economic zones each offer distinct industrial profiles, incentive policies, and strategic advantages. Here’s what foreign investors need to know to find the right fit.
Spain-China Relations Deepen Amid Sánchez’s Visit to Beijing
Spain is deepening engagement with China despite structural imbalances, with Sánchez’s April 2026 visit institutionalizing bilateral dialogue and expanding cooperation in investment, agrifood, and industrial sectors, even as a large trade deficit persists.
Facing New Salary Benchmarks for Foreigner’s Work Permits in China? Here’s How Employers Can Respond
China’s tightening enforcement of foreigner’s work permit salary benchmarks is reshaping how employers hire and retain foreign talent. As salary thresholds increasingly determine eligibility, companies must rethink budgeting, permit strategies, and long‑term workforce planning.
The Path to Peak Emissions: Climate and Environmental Policy in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan
The 15th Five-Year Plan doubles down on renewables build-out and seeks to tighten environmental regulations, posing both regulatory challenges and substantial economic opportunities for foreign companies in the years to come.
Do I Need a License to Operate Online in China? A Guide for Foreign Companies
Before launching a website, mobile app, or digital platform in China, foreign companies face one fundamental question: do they need a license? In most cases, the answer is yes—and often more than one.
Hiring in Hong Kong: Compliance Tips for Foreign Companies
Hong Kong offers foreign companies access to a highly skilled, multilingual workforce and a business-friendly regulatory environment, making it a key gateway for regional expansion in Asia.
