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Exporting Wine to China in 2026: Market Access and Strategies for European Producers

09/29/2026

European wine enters China at a 14 percent tariff disadvantage to Australia, Chile, and other free trade partners, and must meet updated registration rules and a new labeling standard. In the second of two articles, we look at market access requirements and what China's changing wine market means for European producers.

China's Wine Market in 2026: What the Data Show for European and International Producers

09/29/2026

China imported approximately 101.4 million litres of wine in the first half of 2026, worth around US$716 million. Import volume fell 11 percent year on year, while import value increased 0.8 percent. The average import price rose 13.3 percent to US$7.07 per litre.

Xi-Trump Meeting: Four Takeaways from the Washington Visit for Businesses

09/29/2026

Xi Jinping's official state visit to Washington, DC, has led to a two-month extension to the tariff truce, providing important, if short-lived, clarity for businesses.

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

09/25/2026

On March 23, 2026, the US Federal Communications Commission updated its Covered List to include foreign-made consumer routers, preventing new models from receiving FCC equipment authorization and thereby banning them from being imported or sold in the US.

Trading Company Setup in China: Licensing and Import-Export Rights

09/23/2026

This guide to trading company China setup explains how foreign investors obtain import-export rights, draft a workable business scope, complete customs registration, and meet the licensing and tax obligations that apply from 2026.

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

09/22/2026

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

Tax & Accounting

Tax Treaty Benefits Eligibility in China: Rising Scrutiny and Compliance Recommendations for Non-Resident Investors

10/05/2026

In this article, we explain why self-assessed withholding tax relief now comes with a sharper follow-up review and how to build a claim that holds up.

Offshore Tax Planning for Chinese HNWIs: Compliance Strategies in an Era of Global Transparency

10/02/2026

A 20 percent individual income tax regime for offshore trusts, a self-review call for 2022–2024 overseas income, and the end of the dividend exemption for foreign individuals have turned offshore wealth planning for Chinese HNWIs into a matter of structure, evidence, and deadlines – the first falling on October 22, 2026.

Digital Invoicing and Billing in China – Why Companies Should Start the Transition Now 

09/25/2026

As China's digital invoicing system continues to expand, businesses should understand its implications and how to prepare processes and systems for adoption. 

Hong Kong Profits Tax Filing Checklist for December Year-End Companies, Ahead of the 2 October E-Filing Deadline

09/22/2026

Hong Kong companies with a December 2025 year-end have until 2 October 2026 to file their Profits Tax Return electronically under the IRD's extended deadline. This checklist explains who qualifies, what documents to prepare, and how to avoid filing mistakes and penalties.

Hong Kong Profits Tax Filing Guide 2026: Deadlines, Requirements and Preparation

09/18/2026

This Hong Kong Profits Tax Filing Guide 2026 explains who must file, key deadlines under the Block Extension Scheme, mandatory e-filing requirements, provisional tax obligations, and the penalties businesses may face for non-compliance.

Tax Planning for Chinese Companies Going Global (Part 2): Managing Overseas Investment

09/14/2026

How Chinese companies manage an overseas investment in 2026: transfer pricing design, PE risk, treaty access, foreign tax credit planning, profit repatriation and exit preparation.

Legal & Regulatory

Setting Up an Open-Ended Fund Company (OFC) in Hong Kong

09/30/2026

Hong Kong's OFC regime has grown rapidly as fund managers seek a flexible, Hong Kong-domiciled investment vehicle. Explore OFC registration requirements, tax advantages, grant funding, and re-domiciliation options.

Representative Office vs Subsidiary in China: Which One Suits Your China Expansion Plan

09/29/2026

A representative office looks like the cautious way into China, and a subsidiary like the full commitment. Under the rules in force in 2026, that framing misrepresents the costs: here is how to make the choice on the variables that actually decide it.

Should You Register Your Software Copyright in China? A Strategic Overview for Businesses

09/16/2026

Software copyright is automatic in China, but formal registration is often required or advisable. We discuss when and why businesses should consider it.

Setting Up a Manufacturing WFOE in China: Site Selection, Environmental Approvals, and Licensing

09/15/2026

A practical roadmap for foreign manufacturers establishing a production entity in China, from choosing a site to securing the licences that allow you to switch the line on.

China’s Draft Anti-Cross-Border Corruption Law – How Will It Affect Foreign Companies? 

09/10/2026

The proposed law seeks to tackle cross-border bribery and corruption conducted by both Chinese and foreign companies and individuals, potentially creating new compliance burdens and operational risks. Here's how companies can prepare.

Re-domiciliation vs. Restructuring: Which Option Is Right for Your Hong Kong Business?

09/09/2026

Learn when re-domiciling a company to Hong Kong is preferable to corporate restructuring, and how each option affects tax, operations, compliance, and growth plans.

Industries

China's Chemical Industry: Where to Invest in 2026?

10/01/2026

Profits across China's petroleum and chemical industry fell again in 2025, yet BASF and ExxonMobil have recently opened their largest wholly owned plants in the country. We explain the paradox, where the opportunities lie, and what the new Hazardous Chemicals Safety Law means for foreign investors.

China's Wine Market in 2026: What the Data Show for European and International Producers

09/29/2026

China imported approximately 101.4 million litres of wine in the first half of 2026, worth around US$716 million. Import volume fell 11 percent year on year, while import value increased 0.8 percent. The average import price rose 13.3 percent to US$7.07 per litre.

China Manufacturing Tracker 2026

09/07/2026

Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for June and July 2026 has now been updated.

How Can Foreign F&B Brands Enter China? Food Franchising Models and Market Entry Considerations

08/12/2026

Foreign food and beverage chains are expanding in China through franchising and local capital. We compare the entry models open to foreign F&B brands and the compliance steps that determine success.

China's Food Franchising Market in 2026: US Chains Return as the Industry Consolidates

08/12/2026

US food chain brands are entering or re-entering China at the fastest pace in years, relying on franchising and local capital partners to expand in a RMB 5.8 trillion (US$833.8 billion) catering market that is growing more slowly but consolidating rapidly around chains. We examine the data behind the trend.

Where to Invest in China: Priority Industries by Province

07/31/2026

China's provincial 15th Five-Year Plans reveal where the country's industrial priorities are heading over the next five year, revealing new opportunities for foreign investors.

HR & Payroll

Hiring Someone on the Ground in China – Tax and Compliance Considerations 

09/24/2026

Hiring employees in China can create unexpected tax and compliance obligations for FIEs. This guide examines the key issues companies should address when building and managing a local workforce. 

Hiring Someone on the Ground in China – Structuring Labour Contracts 

09/17/2026

Hiring employees in China requires careful consideration of labour contract structures, statutory requirements, and termination risks. This guide explains the key issues FIEs should consider. 

China Minimum Wage Standards 2026

09/07/2026

This article offers a guide to minimum wages in the Chinese Mainland and discuss how labor costs are affected by changes to the minimum wage levels. The data is current as of June 2026.

Hiring Workforce Before Entering China in 2026: Direct Hiring vs. Outsourcing vs. Labour Dispatch

08/21/2026

China’s 2025–2026 labour reforms have raised the compliance stakes for foreign investors. This article compares direct hiring, labour dispatch, and service outsourcing, and explains how companies can structure their workforce while managing social insurance, non-compete, and employer liability risks.

Managing Labour Risks in China: Workforce Structuring Strategies for 2026 and Beyond

08/07/2026

Labour risk management in China is not just about compliance checklists but a matter of workforce design. This article walks foreign investors through how labour risk builds up across the employee lifecycle, compares direct hiring, outsourcing, and Employer of Record (EOR) models, and outlines how to build a compliance framework that holds up under scrutiny.

EU Forced Labour Regulation: What FIEs in China Need to Know

07/20/2026

The EU's new forced labour regulation guidelines widen scrutiny of supply chains. Learn what FIEs in China should do to prepare.

Technology

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

09/22/2026

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

China Proposes New PI Registration and Oversight Rules for Large Companies

08/20/2026

China's cybersecurity regulator has proposed draft rules requiring large-scale personal information processors to register with the CAC, meet new data centre localisation standards, and establish an independent oversight committee. Here's what the changes could mean for affected companies.

Simplified Personal Information Protection Compliance for Small Companies in China (Part 2)

08/06/2026

China's new provisions ease compliance for small-scale personal information processors around data exports, audits, impact assessments, and penalties. This second part of a two-part series breaks down what's changed and how small businesses should prepare.

Simplified Personal Information Protection Compliance for Small Companies in China (Part 1)

08/06/2026

China has simplified how small-scale personal information processors must formulate and disclose their PI processing rules, easing the notification burden for smaller businesses. This first part of a two-part series looks at who qualifies and what the simplified requirements involve.

Why ERP Deployments in China Go Wrong – And How to Avoid It 

08/04/2026

ERP rollouts in China often fail when technical teams overlook data migration and compliance risks, leading to tax penalties and reporting delays. Here's what goes wrong, and how to fix it.

China Releases Draft Standard on AI Application Security Classification and Grading

07/28/2026

China's draft standard for classifying and grading AI application security risks was just released. Learn how companies should prepare.

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