China’s SAT Details VAT Reform Issues in Shanghai
The "Circular on Commencing the VAT Reform (Replacing BT Imposition with VAT Imposition) in Shanghai's Transport Industry and Several Modern Service Sectors" explains multiple issues including services...
View ArticleChina Briefing Releases New Business Guide for the Greater Pearl River Delta
Dec. 14 – China Briefing has just released the fourth edition of its regional business guide “The Greater Pearl River Delta: Business Guide to South China” – offering business-minded individuals an...
View ArticleChina Specifies Services Eligible for Zero VAT Rate and VAT Exemption
The beginning of China's pilot value-added tax reform has aimed to make transport services and a list of modern services in pilot areas subject to VAT, instead of business tax. Recently, as a new...
View ArticleZhejiang to Invest RMB2 Billion into Oceanic Economy
Jan. 17 – In order to exploit its massive “oceanic productivity potential,” the Chinese eastern coastal province of Zhejiang is looking to establish a special RMB1 billion fund for the development of...
View ArticleChina Grants Tax Incentives to Logistics Industry
In a move to further boost its logistics industry, China is now allowing logistics enterprises to pay less urban land use tax (ULUT) on lands occupied by their commodity warehouses. Continue reading →
View ArticleThe Chongqing-Xinjiang-Europe International Railway
By Julia Gu Feb. 20 – Since separating from Southwest China’s Sichuan Province in 1997, the municipality of Chongqing has emerged as one of China’s fastest developing regions and is regarded by Beijing...
View ArticleSouth China’s Gaolan Port Economic Development Zone Promoted to NETDZ
Apr. 10 – In late March, China’s State Council approved the promotion of the Gaolan Port Economic Development Zone to become the first national economic and technology development zone (NETDZ) on the...
View ArticleCEPA Rules of Origin for Hong Kong-Mainland Trade in Goods
Apr. 24 – In order to enjoy zero tariffs under the Closer Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), goods exported from Hong Kong to Mainland China must fulfill the rules of origin and show evidence of...
View ArticleRegulations Affecting Foreign-Funded International Freight Transportation...
May 10 – In order to create a healthy environment for the development of China’s international freight transportation industry and to establish a regulatory system for business operations, the Ministry...
View ArticleChina to Open Rail to FDI?
May 24 – China’s Ministry of Rail has released plans to permit private investment into the country’s rail sector on a massive scale. The Ministry is struggling with huge debts, corruption issues and a...
View ArticleNew Issue of Asia Briefing: An Introduction to Development Zones Across Asia
In this issue of Asia Briefing Magazine, we break down the various types of development zones available in China, India and Vietnam specifically, as well as their key characteristics and leading...
View ArticleUtilizing Development Zones in China
Larger doesn’t always mean better when considering development zones in China, and foreign investors looking for specific services or tailored benefits to meet their business needs may find it more...
View ArticleNew Issue of China Briefing: Sourcing from China
In this issue of China Briefing Magazine, we outline the various sourcing models available for foreign investors and discuss how to decide which structure best suits the sourcing needs of your...
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