In today’s competitive marketplace, smart businesses are turning to China to unlock unprecedented opportunities for growth and profitability. With its vast manufacturing network, competitive costs, and incredible product diversity, China has become the world’s go-to destination for sourcing everything from electronics to textiles, machinery to consumer goods. However, success in Chinese sourcing isn’t just about […] The post The Complete Guide to Sourcing from China: Your Path to Busi...| S.J. Grand
The key amendments to China’s Anti-Unfair Competition Law (AUCL), approved on June 27, 2025, and effective from October 15, 2025, introduce significant updates to address evolving market and digital economy challenges. Background Introduced in 1993 amid China’s shift from a centrally planned to a market-driven economy, the Anti-Unfair Competition Law (AUCL) was designed to promote […] The post Amendments to China Anti-Unfair Competition Law 2025 appeared first on S.J. Grand.| S.J. Grand
China’s R&D super deduction policy allows eligible companies to deduct double of their qualifying R&D expenses from taxable income, fostering innovation and reducing corporate income tax obligations. Background Initially launched in 2008, the policy has evolved to relax definitions and extend benefits to wider enterprise categories. In 2023, the super deduction rate was officially extended […] The post China’s R&D Super Deduction Policy appeared first on S.J. Grand.| S.J. Grand
Driven by the ongoing negotiations with major trade partners – the European Union and the USA – China’s Ministry of Finance, State Taxation Administration, and Ministry of Commerce announced a tax credit policy for foreign-invested enterprises. At a glance The policy, effective from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2028, offers a corporate income tax credit […] The post New Tax Incentive 2025: China’s Push to Keep Foreign Companies from Walking Away appeared first on S.J. Grand.| S.J. Grand
The Challenge of Navigating China’s Tax Landscape For foreign companies operating subsidiaries in China, the tax environment presents both significant challenges and strategic opportunities. Beyond the standard 25% Corporate Income Tax (CIT) rate, foreign businesses must navigate a complex web of regulations, frequent policy changes, and the intricate interplay between tax regulations and foreign exchange […] The post Strategic Tax Optimization for Foreign Subsidiaries in China appeared f...| S.J. Grand
In an unprecedented development that has sent shockwaves through the global luxury market, Chinese manufacturers and social media influencers have launched a coordinated campaign to undermine Western luxury brands by exposing their manufacturing origins and promoting direct-to-consumer alternatives. What began as a response to US tariffs has evolved into a broader movement with implications for […] The post The Unmasking: How Chinese Manufacturers Are Challenging Western Luxury Brands appea...| S.J. Grand
In the ever-evolving landscape of global trade, Chinese manufacturers find themselves navigating choppy waters. Headlines trumpet tariffs, diversification strategies, and the rise of alternative manufacturing hubs. Yet beneath these surface disruptions, fundamental economic realities suggest Chinese suppliers have substantial reasons for continued optimism. While adaptation is necessary, the structural advantages that positioned China as the […] The post Why Chinese Suppliers Should Maintai...| S.J. Grand
In a twist that surprised precisely no one who has been paying attention to the pendulum swings of American trade policy, President Donald Trump announced a temporary moratorium on new punitive tariffs for all countries—with one notable, dragon-shaped exception. China, it seems, remains firmly in the presidential crosshairs, a distinction Beijing likely finds as flattering […] The post Trump’s Tariff Moratorium: A Game of Chicken with Chinese Characteristics appeared first on S.J. Grand.| S.J. Grand
President Donald Trump imposing 104% tariffs on China imports marks another episode in the economic soap opera between the world’s two largest economies. It’s like watching someone try to win a chess match by flipping the board—dramatic, yes, but perhaps not the strategic masterstroke intended. While designed to pressure Beijing into concessions, analysis suggests these […] The post How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Trump Tariffs: China’s Silver Lining Playbook appeared fi...| S.J. Grand
In September 2024, China’s National Health Commission, in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and the National Medical Products Administration, released an implementation plan for establishing wholly foreign-owned hospitals in 9 provinces and cities. Background Foreign investors were allowed to set up wholly owned hospitals in 2013 when China issued the Tentative Administrative Measures on […] The post New Opportunities in the China Healthcare Sector: Wholly Foreign-Owned Hospital...| S.J. Grand
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The benefits of holding a Chinese permanent residence permit are significant. However, obtaining it has always been and remains challenging.| S.J. Grand