For foreign investors, these tax changes will bring both bottom-line benefits and greater consistency to their operations.

Companies that have been applying the VAT exemption should complete a detailed review to analyse risks and options.

Chinese and foreign nationals employed in China must declare their annual individual income tax before the end of June 2020.

Amendments recalibrate data and cybersecurity compliance obligations and significantly increase penalties.

Factors to consider are location of employees, convenience of location, fiscal subsidies, and ease of doing business.

Importance of immediate action and a multi-disciplinary approach when tackling fraud in China.

Parties often prefer to settle a dispute rather than revert to court, but if a satisfactory compromise cannot be found, then the only way to resolve the dispute may well be to file a lawsuit. Common risks to Chinese litigation (and to a certain extent, arbitration in China) are local protectionism, strict evidentiary rules, and enforcement challenges, but just as important in many smaller disputes is the cost of litigation. Companies should carefully consider whether the legal costs are worth th

Sales promotions have become important for international and domestic brands to expand sales in the Chinese market.

What do the new data security laws mean for you as a company operating & collecting data in or related to China?

Companies that export personal information overseas must first complete a security assessment for approval.

The Supreme People's Court continues initiatives to improve the system for enforcement of judgments and arbitral awards.

Procedure for an enterprise to report evidence of suspected criminal activity to the local public security authority.

Recent interpretations by the PRC Supreme People's Court clarify a number of issues on implementation of Chinese labor laws.

From 2019, the same bureau will be in charge of the collection of individual income tax and social insurance premiums.

China has enacted new e-commerce legislation of interest to foreign brand owners with an online storefront in China.

Until recently, it was accepted that some flexibility on legal issues was needed to thrive in China's legal environment.

Companies that transfer large volumes of personal information outside China must first complete a security assessment.

Regulators now require APP holders to file with the telecommunications authorities.

In contracts between Chinese and international clients, an important question is where and how disputes are resolved.

Companies are still highly recommended to have relevant dispute resolution clauses in their Chinese business contracts.