Other Briefings
We cover the latest economy and trade, legal and tax updates, industry insights, and HR and payroll news that are most relevant to doing business in China. Here are our top China news summaries.
Shanghai Lingang New Area Releases Whitelists for Data Export, Facilitating Cross-Border Data Flows
Shanghai’s Lingang New Area has released general data lists that will facilitate data export for companies in the automotive, biopharma, and mutual fund sectors.
Tianjin Free Trade Zone Releases China’s First Negative List for Cross-Border Data Transfer
The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China’s first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China’s cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
China’s New Measures to Support Foreign Investment in Sci-tech Firms
China seeks to attract sci-tech foreign investment by relaxing rules, fostering partnerships, and enhancing the investment climate.
Shenzhen’s Qianhai Cooperation Zone Expands Preferential IIT and CIT Policies
The Shenzhen Municipal Tax Bureau, Shenzhen Municipal Finance Bureau, and State Tax Administration have issued two notices broadening tax incentives for individuals and companies in the Qianhai Cooperation Zone.
Breaking Down the US-China Trade Tariffs: What’s in Effect Now?
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.
China Manufacturing Tracker 2025
Our tracker provides continuous updates on key economic and growth indicators in China’s manufacturing industry. The data for April 2025 has now been updated.
China’s Economy in April 2025: Resilient Exports and Investment Defy US Tariffs
China’s economy showed resilience in April 2025 despite the impact of US tariffs, with strong industrial output, services, and trade.
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline
This timeline was created on January 21, 2025, and was last updated on May 21, 2025. Most recently, US and China agreed to cut reciprocal tariff rates to 10 percent for a period of 90 days; US reduced de minimis tariff rates but costs remain high for small parcels.
Accounting Digitalization in China 2025: Electronic Voucher Accounting Data Standards Promoted Nationwide
On May 19, China’s Ministry of Finance and eight other departments announced the nationwide application of electronic voucher accounting data standards. Learn what’s covered, how businesses should prepare, and why it matters for your operations.
China’s Industrial Power Rates 2025: A Guide for Investors
China’s industrial power rates depend upon the category of industry, type of electricity usage, region where it is located, time of use, as well as charging method. The data in this article is as of May 2025.
75 Years of China-Denmark Ties: Trends and Opportunities in Bilateral Trade and Investment
The growing trade and investment relationship between China and Denmark not only reflects mutual economic interests but also highlights the complementary strengths of each nation.
EU-China Relations After the 2024 European Elections: A Timeline
Timeline tracking key developments affecting EU-China relations, including trade and business engagement, under the new European Parliament.
