The Xi-Trump Beijing Summit: What Changed, What Didn’t, and What Comes Next

The Beijing meetings did not appear to produce a major breakthrough on the October 2025 tariff truce. However, they helped preserve communication channels, maintain diplomatic goodwill, and set the stage for further negotiations.

How Foreign Investors Should Approach Hong Kong M&A Due Diligence in 2026

Hong Kong M&A due diligence has evolved as targets increasingly operate as holding companies with offshore and the Chinese Mainland exposure. Foreign investors must focus on control, risk allocation, and post-closing enforceability rather than formal compliance alone.

China-Italy Double Tax Treaty 2026: Key Questions for Italian Companies

With the new China-Italy Double Tax Treaty applicable from January 1, 2026, Italian companies and investors must reassess withholding tax exposure, payment flows, treaty benefits, and cross-border structuring decisions.

China vs. Vietnam vs. India: Assessing Costs, Tax, and Market Access for Australian Companies

For Australian companies planning expansion in Asia, market choice requires more than comparing headline costs. This article examines labor, tax, investment restrictions, supply chains, and market access conditions across China, Vietnam, and India.

China Monthly Tax Brief: April 2026 Updates Foreign Investors Should Track

China’s tax and regulatory landscape saw several important developments in April 2026. Foreign-invested enterprises should review these updates for their potential impact on compliance planning, operational risk, and commercial decision-making.

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