China’s MIIT Introduces New Technology Contract Registration Requirements for 2026

The new measures from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, effective March 1, 2026, redefine how contracts for technology development, transfer, licensing, consulting, and services are reviewed and certified.

Annual IIT Reconciliation in China 2026: Appointment Booking Opens February 25

Annual IIT reconciliation in China 2026 requires certain taxpayers to schedule appointments in the IIT app before filing in March. This guide explains key dates, who must file, how to book, and the filing channels for both local and foreign residents.

US Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Tariffs – What it Means for the US-China Détente

The Court's judgment introduces significant friction into the Trump administration’s executive-order-driven trade strategy and may have major implications for the US-China truce that was negotiated under the context of the now-voided tariffs.

China’s New International Land-Sea Corridor: Implications for Supply Chains and ASEAN Trade

China’s New International Land-Sea Corridor is reshaping logistics connectivity between western China and Southeast Asia. This article explains how new infrastructure and recent financial support measures enhance multimodal routing options for shippers.

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