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Navigating Trends in China’s Data Compliance Regime

2026-01-09
Alongside China’s digital transformation, the country’s data compliance regulatory environment has matured rapidly, evolving from foundational legislation to strict and consistent enforcement. For foreign-invested enterprises operating in China, establishing a data governance framework that is compliant, efficient, and globally coordinated has been inseparable from ensuring business continuity and long-term competitiveness.
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