Other Briefings
Shanghai Expands Data Export Negative List Regime: What Foreign Businesses Need to Know
Shanghai’s new data export negative list has been expanded to cover the entire city, reducing compliance burdens for more companies and setting a precedent in China.
China’s Supreme Court Tightens Anti-Bribery Provisions, Raising Stakes for Companies
A new judicial interpretation tightens penalty thresholds for bribery offenses and expands criminal liability for companies and their management, with important implications for businesses operating in China.
EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
China Draft Trademark Law Amendment 2026: Key Proposed Changes for Foreign Brands
China’s draft Trademark Law amendment signals a potentially stricter and more proactive trademark regime if enacted in substantially its current form. Foreign brand owners should audit portfolios, strengthen evidence files, and prepare for shorter opposition windows.
Hong Kong’s IPOs Rebound as Chinese Tech Taps New Source of Capital
Mainland Chinese tech and biotech companies drove a record-breaking surge in HKEX listings in 2025, with the exchange topping global IPO rankings for funds raised.
Common Pre-CIT Deductions Errors in China That Trigger Tax Adjustments
With the May 31 deadline approaching, China’s annual CIT reconciliation is entering its final stage. This article highlights key risk areas identified by the tax bureau and outlines practical steps companies can take before filing.
The Xi-Trump Summit: What Was Agreed—and What Was Not
While the long-awaited summit failed to meet its loftiest goal of extending the tariff truce, the two sides nonetheless made important inroads in resolving key areas of disagreement.
China-Italy Double Tax Treaty 2026: 10 Frequently Asked Questions
The new China-Italy Double Tax Treaty has become applicable since January 1, 2026. This FAQ addresses the 10 most common questions Italian companies and investors are raising as they prepare their 2026 payment flows.
