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China Monthly Tax Brief: November 2025

2025-12-05
In this China Monthly Tax Brief for November 2025, we highlight key taxation developments relevant to businesses. November saw several significant tax and regulatory developments that continue to shape China’s broader efforts to refine enforcement practices, improve administrative predictability, and strengthen support for businesses, particularly foreign-invested enterprises.
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