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A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of February 5, 2025)

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The new minimum wage standards of Xinjiang, Shanxi, Sichuan, and Chongqing took effect on January 1, 2025, and Guizhou’s new standards took effect on February 1.

China’s Space Economy: Unlocking Opportunities in Aerospace and Commercial Space Industries

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China’s aerospace and commercial space industries are rapidly growing, with the sector projected to be worth over US$900 billion by 2029.

US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline

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This timeline outlines key developments in U.S.-China relations under Trump 2.0, analyzing the potential consequences for China’s economy and the business environment in the country.

Beneficiary Owner Filing in China: FAQs

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This issue of beneficiary owner filing in China Q&A series explains what a beneficiary owner is and its difference from an actual controller.

EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline

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Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.

China-UK Economic Ties: Trade, Investment, and 2025 Prospects

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The UK and China are cautiously re-engaging, focusing on pragmatic areas like finance, green energy, and trade, despite ongoing political tensions. The UK aims to leverage opportunities in financial services, green finance, and specific exports.


China Robotics Industry: What Are the Opportunities for Foreign Stakeholders

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China has rapidly surpassed Germany and Japan in industrial robotics, leading the world with 470 robots per 10,000 employees in 2023. This figure eclipses Germany’s 429 and Japan’s 419, reflecting China’s aggressive automation push.

Beijing New Market Access Updates: Opportunities for Foreign Businesses and Investors

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Beijing has released New Market Access Updates, as China is significantly opening its economy to foreign investment across various sectors, including telecommunications, entertainment, vocational training, and healthcare.

China’s “National Unified Market” Initiative: 2025 Update

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China’s national unified market initiative, launched in 2022, aims to dismantle local protectionism and market segmentation across sectors. The initiative focuses on implementing nationwide standards and regulations while integrating infrastructure across regions to boost market efficiency.

China’s DeepSeek and its Open-Source AI Models

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We explain how China’s start-up DeepSeek has made significant strides in the global AI race with its resource-efficient, open-source models.

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