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It is part of the border controls in the pandemic: Anyone who wanted to go to China on a work visa needed a letter of invitation from the government, a so-called PU letter. After loud criticism of this travel obstacle, authorities are now making it much easier to handle. continue reading →

China has many self-employed individuals, as well as one-person and family businesses. For this reason, the government provides specific tax incentives for small businesses. We list China’s major tax incentives to foster various types of small businesses. continue reading →

Dezan Shira's experts have taken a closer look at China's new rules for controlling the cybersphere. The law comes into force as early as February 15, 2022. One detail that has received a lot of attention concerns whether IPOs in Hong Kong will be more strictly regulated in the future. continue reading →

"Negative list" sounds particularly restrictive at first, but the instrument is a step forward compared to the positive list: China allows investment in all areas that are not explicitly restricted by the list. In the current fourth version of the list, the number of regulated areas decreases further. continue reading →

The introduction of childcare leave in China is intended to help drive up the birth rate again. The leave is limited to only a few days, which is far less than what is customary in Europe. But it is a start that can be expanded upon in the future. However, the rules vary considerably from province to province. continue reading →

Buyers want to improve quality – and in the worst case they meet suppliers who have no interest in improving their processes. The hardest part is convincing them to take the first step. CMC's experts give advice on how buyers can take action. continue reading →

Those who think they have finally figured out China's retail market should learn a thing or two about flexibility. Because both consumer habits and strategies of shopping platforms continue to change quickly. This is demonstrated by the new trends that emerged at this year's "Singles' Day" shopping festival on 11/11. continue reading →

Exactly one year ago, China enacted an Export Control Law. In addition, the government has issued an Unreliable Entity List, Blocking Rules and an Anti Sanctions Law. What has happened since then and to which companies do the regulations apply? continue reading →

The Beijing Stock Exchange began operations on Monday. As the third pillar of the capital market alongside the stock exchanges in Shanghai and Shenzhen, it is intended to facilitate access to financing for small and medium-sized enterprises in particular, while assisting innovations of China's hidden champions. continue reading →