China is doubling down on its bet on hydrogen as a potentially revolutionary clean energy source. Against this backdrop, opportunities for foreign investment emerge across multiple segments of the hydrogen value chain.
Minimum wages in China continue to rise. On December 1, 2025, the provinces of Liaoning, Jilin, Henan, Inner Mongolia, Hebei, Heilongjiang, Hainan, Gansu, and Jiangxi implemented their new minimum wage standards.
Non-fixed-term labor contracts in China offer employees strong job security, but they pose unique challenges for employers. This article explains what triggers a non-fixed-term labor contract, recent judicial clarifications, and practical risk mitigation strategies.
Performance appraisal compliance in China is critical for employers seeking to link appraisals to performance pay without legal risk. This article explains how to standardize appraisal systems across three stages.
November saw several significant tax and regulatory developments that continue to shape China’s broader efforts to refine enforcement practices, improve administrative predictability, and strengthen support for businesses, particularly foreign-invested enterprises.
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