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Outlook on Light Manufacturing in China: January 2016

Common Labor Issues Encountered During the Reduction of a Business's Operations

During a downturn in the Chinese economy, shifting operations to a less expensive location can be particularly attractive for foreign investors. However, not all employees will be willing to be relocated, and problems often arise as a result.

Market Entry Strategies for Private K-12 School Service Providers in China

Chinese households now spend 30 percent of their income on education – higher than both Korea and Japan. This year, the previous restrictions put on foreign-invested private schools have been largely lifted, though foreign investors are still prohibited to directly engage in certain sensitive fields.

Granting Restricted Stock Units to Your Employees in China

An restricted stock unit (RSU) is a form of compensation offered by an employer to an employee in the form of company stock. Find out how to enjoy preferential tax rate when offering RSUs to your excellent employees in China.

The Annual Audit Compliance Process for FIEs in China

China has various nuanced annual audit procedures that FIEs will have to follow in order to achieve full compliance. Here, we provide a step by step guide to these procedures, including general requirements and materials to be prepared.

Overtime Payments and Regulations in China

In this article, we look into the overtime regulations in China, which are typically regulated under the People’s Republic of China Labor Laws and give readers a brief introduction of how to calculate overtime payments in the country.

R&D Pharmaceutical Professionals in China Under the Microscope

Vietnam News Brief: Private Car Services, New Visa Regulations, and Industry Liberalizations

This edition of Vietnam Regulatory Brief examines a new car hailing service, eased visa restrictions, and new industry liberalizations in Vietnam.

Z and M Visa Issues: Seven Things to be Aware of When Employing Foreign Staff in China

This article will not go through all the processes involved when hiring a foreign national in China. Rather, it will run through some of the less well-known but potentially important considerations regarding hiring foreign staff in China.

Opportunities for FIEs in China's High-Tech Sector

Chinese policymakers and business leaders are aware of China’s need for a more innovative and technologically advanced economy. Some policies (such as various tax measures) will directly affect foreign owned tech companies operating in China.

Understanding Business Models When Trading with China

There are several different approaches that foreign companies can take when importing from or exporting to China. Not all of these require the foreign investor to set up an entity in China. In this article, we discuss some of the options a company that exports products to China might want to use.

Annual Audit and Compliance in China 2016 - New Issue of China Briefing Magazine

The latest issue of China Briefing Magazine, focusing on China's annual audit process for the new year, is out now and available to subscribers as a complimentary download through the month of November.