Other Briefings
China’s New Infant Food Safety Campaign Signals a Shift Toward Continuous Compliance
China’s latest infant food safety campaign marks a shift toward continuous, data-driven enforcement. Foreign brands, manufacturers, and OEM users must reassess compliance across product standards, labeling, and supply chains to manage rising regulatory risks.
Hong Kong Tax Filing: Is Your Business Ready for E-Filing, iXBRL, and IRD Compliance?
Hong Kong’s annual tax filing cycle is evolving, requiring businesses to manage multiple obligations – from profits tax returns to employer reporting and upcoming iXBRL requirements – while ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
China Recasts Outbound Investment Governance Under New State Council Regulation
China has overhauled its outbound investment framework with a new State Council regulation that integrates security review, data controls, and full lifecycle supervision. The changes broaden the definition of ODI and embed national security considerations into cross-border investment decisions.
Selling Connected Products in China? Prepare for the New Cybersecurity Label
China’s Cybersecurity Label is a voluntary regime for internet-connected products taking effect on July 1, 2026. While not mandatory, it may become an important buyer-trust and procurement signal for foreign IoT companies selling in China.
European Business in China: Key Takeaways from the EU Chamber’s 2026 Survey
European companies in China are cautiously optimistic for the first time in years, with fewer businesses reporting a worsening environment, though challenges around market access, competition, and economic slowdown remain.
IR56B Compliance in Hong Kong: How Employers Can Avoid IRD Follow-Ups
Hong Kong employers should review IR56B filings carefully to avoid IRD follow-ups, MPF mismatches, penalties, and payroll reporting errors. Learn key filing risks and prevention steps.
Post-M&A Integration in China: Where Most Deals Fail – and How to Get It Right
While transactions may be carefully structured, the real test begins after closing, when operational, cultural, and governance challenges surface. Managing these complexities requires a phased, hands-on approach that extends well beyond initial integration planning.
Selling Through Livestreams in China? Make Sure Your Content is Legal
Foreign brands selling in China face a wave of new compliance obligations as regulators bring livestream e-commerce under the country’s Advertising Law for the first time.
