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Economy & Trade

China’s Provincial Economic Data in H1 2025: Which Regions Are Powering Growth?

08/19/2025

The economic performance of China’s 31 mainland provinces in the first half of the year offers valuable insight into national growth patterns and serves as a key indicator of the country’s trajectory for the rest of 2025.

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

08/19/2025

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

What Will China’s Economic Policy Look Like in H2 2025?

08/13/2025

China’s economic policy in H2 2025 emphasizes monetary accommodation, targeted fiscal support, and structural reforms after stronger-than-expected GDP growth, while leaving room for more stimulus if the outlook weakens.

US-China Tariff Truce Extended Another 90 Days: Implications for Businesses

08/12/2025

On August 11, 2025, the US–China tariff truce was extended for another 90 days, halting planned tariff hikes and providing businesses short-term stability.

Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?

08/12/2025

The current landscape of US-China tariff rates is complex, with multiple overlapping trade measures in effect. This article explains which tariffs apply in 2025 and how they intersect.

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

08/12/2025

This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on July 30, 2025. Most recently, the US-China tariff truce got extended for another 90 days until November 10, 2025.

Tax & Accounting

2025 GBA IIT Subsidy Application Kickstarted in Guangzhou

08/20/2025

The 2025 GBA IIT subsidy application in Guangzhou is live. Find out how foreign talents can claim rebates before the October 20 deadline.

China Manufacturing Tracker 2025

08/15/2025

Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for July 2025 has now been updated.

China’s Draft VAT Implementation Regulations: A Snapshot for FIEs

08/14/2025

China Draft VAT Implementation Regulations will reshape tax certainty for foreign-invested enterprises, streamlining compliance, cash flow, and cross-border trade planning.

China Monthly Tax Brief: July 2025

08/08/2025

In this monthly China tax brief for July 2025, we spotlight significant taxation policies and measures for businesses.

Tax Health and Dispute Strategies for Foreign Firms in China

08/04/2025

Tax health and dispute strategies are essential for foreign firms navigating heightened enforcement and digital compliance tools. This issue of China Briefing Magazine explores how investors in China can build tax health, handle audits, and resolve disputes effectively.

Asia Transfer Pricing Brief: Q2 2025

08/01/2025

In our Asia Transfer Pricing Brief for Q2 2025, we present the latest updates and new guidelines on transfer pricing in Hong Kong and Asia.

Legal & Regulatory

Subcontracting, Outsourcing, and Affiliate Risks in China: Employer Liability Explained

08/21/2025

China’s Supreme People’s Court has clarified employer liability in subcontracting, outsourcing, and affiliating arrangements in its recent judicial interpretation. For foreign investors, it stresses the need for qualification checks, strong contracts, and proactive compliance to mitigate risks.

China’s New K Visa: Opening the Door Wider for Young Foreign Talent

08/15/2025

China’s newly revised entry-exit and K visa policy, effective October 1, 2025, opens the door to young foreign science and tech talent with greater flexibility and fewer barriers.

China’s New Judicial Interpretation II on Labor Disputes: Key Themes at a Glance

08/07/2025

China’s newly released Judicial Interpretation II on Labor Disputes marks a significant development in unifying legal standards across high-risk employment areas. Foreign-invested enterprises are advised to act timely to reduce labor dispute risks and enhance operational certainty.

Data as Intellectual Property in China: Legal Developments and Regional Pilots

08/06/2025

China is establishing a state-led framework recognizing processed data as a new form of intellectual property (IP), enabling its registration, licensing, and commercialization through formal exchanges.

Does Your Business Need to File DPO Information With the CAC?

08/05/2025

New CAC rules make data protection officer (DPO) reporting mandatory for companies processing over one million individuals’ data. Find out if your business needs to comply and how to file.

China Rolls Out Additional Policies to Boost Foreign Firms’ Reinvestment

07/23/2025

China unveiled a fresh policy package to promote foreign reinvestment, addressing investor concerns through streamlined approvals, tax perks, and better financing access —part of a broader strategy to stabilize investment and deepen economic ties.

Industries

Hong Kong Food and Beverage Market Opportunities and Outlook

08/22/2025

Hong Kong food and beverage market remains a dynamic and competitive hub, driven by tourism recovery, demand for quality and wellness products, and evolving e-commerce channels.

China’s Brain-Computer Interface Industry – Tapping into the Future of Human-Machine Integration

08/18/2025

China is investing heavily in brain-computer interface technology, opening up vast new frontiers in healthcare, rehabilitation, and entertainment.

China Manufacturing Tracker 2025

08/15/2025

Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for July 2025 has now been updated.

Navigating China’s Halal Food Market: Opportunities and Compliance for Foreign Investors

07/07/2025

This article explores the structure and regulatory framework of China’s halal food market, highlights key regional initiatives, and outlines practical strategies for foreign businesses seeking access to this specialized and growing segment of China’s food economy.

China's Collectible Toys Market: Key Insights from Pop Mart's Labubu Phenomenon

06/26/2025

China’s collectible toys market, as exemplified by the success of Pop Mart's Labubu, is a rapidly growing lifestyle and cultural phenomenon driven by young, digitally savvy consumers.

China’s AI Healthcare Market (Part I): Growth Trends, Drivers, and APAC Comparison 

06/11/2025

China’s AI healthcare market is expanding rapidly, driven by a combination of state-backed policies, vast centralized data, and dual urban–rural demand.

HR & Payroll

Subcontracting, Outsourcing, and Affiliate Risks in China: Employer Liability Explained

08/21/2025

China’s Supreme People’s Court has clarified employer liability in subcontracting, outsourcing, and affiliating arrangements in its recent judicial interpretation. For foreign investors, it stresses the need for qualification checks, strong contracts, and proactive compliance to mitigate risks.

2025 GBA IIT Subsidy Application Kickstarted in Guangzhou

08/20/2025

The 2025 GBA IIT subsidy application in Guangzhou is live. Find out how foreign talents can claim rebates before the October 20 deadline.

China’s New K Visa: Opening the Door Wider for Young Foreign Talent

08/15/2025

China’s newly revised entry-exit and K visa policy, effective October 1, 2025, opens the door to young foreign science and tech talent with greater flexibility and fewer barriers.

A Guide to Minimum Wages in China (As of August 8, 2025)

08/08/2025

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 July 25, 2025.

China Launches First-Ever National Childcare Subsidy: What You Must Know

07/31/2025

The newly implemented childcare subsidy in China marks a historic step in national birth support policy, with important implications for foreign companies targeting Chinese families. This analysis covers the policy framework, demographic impacts, and sector-specific opportunities.

China's New Vocational Skills Training Initiative: Opportunities for FIEs

07/24/2025

China's new Vocational Skills Training Initiative (2025–2027) aims to upgrade workforce capabilities across strategic sectors, improve labor inclusion, and align training with market needs.

Technology

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

08/19/2025

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

Data as Intellectual Property in China: Legal Developments and Regional Pilots

08/06/2025

China is establishing a state-led framework recognizing processed data as a new form of intellectual property (IP), enabling its registration, licensing, and commercialization through formal exchanges.

Does Your Business Need to File DPO Information With the CAC?

08/05/2025

New CAC rules make data protection officer (DPO) reporting mandatory for companies processing over one million individuals’ data. Find out if your business needs to comply and how to file.

How to Choose an Agency for Personal Information Protection Audits (Part II)

07/08/2025

New guidelines outlining criteria for professional institutions to carry out personal information protection audits provide guidance for companies to choose the right auditor.

New Guidelines for Personal Information Protection Audits - Clarifying Requirements and Processes (Part I)

06/24/2025

The new guidelines clarify requirements and processes for conducting personal information protection audits, compulsory for companies processing high volumes of personal information as of May 1, 2025.

Hong Kong’s First Comprehensive Cybersecurity Law: Key Requirements for Businesses

06/19/2025

A new landmark piece of legislation seeks to to protect essential services in Hong Kong from cyber threats by requiring operators of critical infrastructure to implement robust cybersecurity measures.

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