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Doing business in China is becoming more complex - marked by rising geopolitical risks, supply chain diversification pressures, slowing economic growth, and upcoming uncertainties amid Trump’s second presidency. 

Nevertheless, China remains one of the world’s largest consumer markets that cannot be overlooked by any ambitious businesses aiming for global success. China’s unparalleled supply chains are not easily replaceable, and the country's proposed standards to clearly define what constitutes “Made in China” and offer preferential treatment to domestic products in government procurement may necessitate local manufacturing. Moreover, China’s market opening measures and intensified fiscal support implies new opportunities for foreign investors. For most foreign investors, China will still be one of the most important investment destinations in emerging Asia despite fluctuations.

Under these circumstances, it is vital that foreign investors are familiar with the changes in the business landscape and adjust methods of doing business in and with China—to identify areas of risk in advance and take steps to prepare for new market opportunities. This is the only way investors can stay nimble in an otherwise difficult time.

Designed to introduce the fundamentals of investing in China, this publication is compiled by experts at Dezan Shira & Associates - a specialist foreign direct investment firm providing corporate establishment services, business advisory, tax advisory and compliance, accounting, payroll, due diligence, and financial review services to multinationals investing in emerging Asia.

Since its establishment in 1992, the firm has grown into one of Asia’s most versatile full-service consultancies with operational offices across China, Hong Kong, India, Singapore, Vietnam, and Indonesia. The firm also maintains partner firms across the ASEAN region and Bangladesh as well as client liaison offices in the United States, Europe, and Russia.

Doing Business in China 2025 covers the following:

• Establishing and Running a Business
• Tax, Audit, and Accounting
• Human Resources and Payroll
• Cybersecurity and Data Protection

Within these chapters, we discuss a range of different topics that affect doing business in China, including investment models, intellectual property considerations, key taxes applicable for foreign companies, various types of employment contracts, and a chapter explaining the evolving data and cybersecurity compliance requirements in China.