Hong Kong's Inland Revenue Department has issued the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2023/24. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.
Highlights from this monthly China tax brief include a new tariff law, extended IIT payment period for listed company equity incentives to 36 months, streamlined foreign exchange management rules, and guidance for individuals handling overseas tax and fee liability.
China's machine tool industry, with a market value surpassing RMB 200 billion (approximately US$27.86 billion), heavily depends on foreign imports, creating diverse opportunities for global collaboration and investment, bolstered by substantial government incentives.
China announced an ambitious action plan for industrial equipment upgrading, which aims to drive technological innovation and economic growth through extensive investment and regulatory support. We highlight the key details and takeaways from the plan.
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China's new Tariff Law consolidates prior rules on import and export duties and codifies measures for imposing counter-tariffs on imported goods.
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China tops the Emerging Asia Manufacturing Index 2024, a report enabling investors to assess China’s strengths and weaknesses in the manufacturing sector within the broader Asia-Pacific context.
Hong Kong's Inland Revenue Department has issued the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2023/24. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.
China's new Tariff Law consolidates prior rules on import and export duties and codifies measures for imposing counter-tariffs on imported goods.
Highlights from this monthly China tax brief include a new tariff law, extended IIT payment period for listed company equity incentives to 36 months, streamlined foreign exchange management rules, and guidance for individuals handling overseas tax and fee liability.
China implements a wide range preferential tax policies for manufacturing companies, including VAT rebates, reduced corporate tax rates, and R&D incentives.
The Shenzhen Municipal Tax Bureau, Shenzhen Municipal Finance Bureau, and State Tax Administration have issued two notices broadening tax incentives for individuals and companies in the Qianhai Cooperation Zone.
The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China's first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China's cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
China's National Immigration Administration has introduced a range of measures to simplify entry and exit procedures, extend business stays, and address tourism needs, aligning with the vision of a more integrated Greater Bay Area.
China announced an ambitious action plan for industrial equipment upgrading, which aims to drive technological innovation and economic growth through extensive investment and regulatory support. We highlight the key details and takeaways from the plan.
China has launched a pilot program in specific regions to relax foreign ownership restrictions on certain value-added telecommunication services. The program aims to attract foreign investment and boost market activity.
China's standards committee has begun soliciting feedback on standards for third-party agencies to certify companies for personal information export.
We note key aspects of the Certified Emission Reduction (CCER) Program relaunched by China and investment prospects for foreign stakeholders.
We discuss how establishing a waste recycling system is aligned with China’s broader conservation strategy and push for a circular economy.
China seeks to attract sci-tech foreign investment by relaxing rules, fostering partnerships, and enhancing the investment climate.
The healthcare market in China presents an alluring opportunity for global investors, but it is highly regulated and fiercely competitive. We discuss key business prospects and strategic considerations for foreign investors.
The Hong Kong skincare market is dominated by international trade, while new trends in bespoke product formula, emphasis on 'clean beauty', and online commerce present emerging opportunities.
Hong Kong's Inland Revenue Department has issued the Individual Tax Return for the year of assessment 2023/24. Individual taxpayers are advised to start preparations early and allocate sufficient resources to meet the deadline.
Coming into 2024, Henan, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang, Hubei, Ningxia, Jiangxi, and Liaoning has released their new minimum standards.
We explain how foreign residents can obtain a certificate of no criminal record in China, using the city of Shanghai as an example.
A Verification Letter of Invitation is necessary for certain foreigners applying for M/F visas to China, particularly those from Middle East countries. We discuss who needs to apply, the application process, and the potential risks associated with this document.
To optimize payment experiences for foreign visitors and businesses in China, the People’s Bank of China has recently released a set of guidelines detailing the payment methods currently accessible to foreign nationals across the mainland.
The Tianjin Free Trade Zone has released China's first data Negative List outlining the types of data that must undergo a security review by China's cybersecurity bureau to be transferred out of China.
Timeline tracking key developments affecting US-China bilateral trade and business engagement under the Joe Biden administration.
China has launched a pilot program in specific regions to relax foreign ownership restrictions on certain value-added telecommunication services. The program aims to attract foreign investment and boost market activity.
China's standards committee has begun soliciting feedback on standards for third-party agencies to certify companies for personal information export.
China has released long-awaited measures detailing requirements for security assessments for transferring data out of the country.
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