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Shenzhen’s Qianhai Zone Expands Tax Incentives for Foreign Talent and Companies

Qianhai Cooperation Zone has expanded its 15% CIT rate to all 120.56 sq km and exempts Hong Kong residents from mainland IIT beyond HK tax rates. Here's a practical guide to qualifying and what you save.

State Council Backs AI Computing Clusters, New Foreign Trade Measures

China's State Council pledged support for ultra-large-scale AI computing infrastructure and foreign trade facilitation at a July 1 executive meeting. Here's what the new policy pledges mean for foreign businesses in China's tech and trade sectors.

Supermarkets in China Hawk Own-Brand Goods: What Foreign Brands Need to Know

From Walmart to Yonghui, Chinese retailers are developing private-label products at record pace. We analyze how this trend reshapes the competitive landscape for foreign consumer brands entering China.

China’s 2026 Trademark Amendment: 5 Key Changes Foreign Businesses Must Act On

China passed sweeping trademark law changes on June 26, 2026. From public reporting rights to motion mark registration, here’s what your compliance team needs to do before January 2027.

China Battery Group Plans Patent Pool to Fend Off IP Lawsuits

China's battery industry alliance is building a patent pool with 8,500+ patents to defend against global IP lawsuits. Learn what this means for foreign battery makers and the EV supply chain.

Where to Invest in China in 2026: Regions, Sectors, and Incentives Compared

China's investment map is shifting in 2026. Compare coastal manufacturing hubs, inland tech corridors, free trade zones, and tax incentives to choose the right location for your business.