In this article, we introduce 23 matters that can be freely agreed upon in a company’s Articles of Association in China.

Guide to Corporate Taxation and Compliance in China 2025, the latest publication from Dezan Shira & Associates is out now and available for free download through the Asia Briefing Publication Store.

As businesses and individuals prepare for the VAT Law’s implementation in 2026, attention will turn to the forthcoming details of the legislation and its implications for taxpayers. Policymakers and ...

In December 2024, China introduced a Basic Standards of its Corporate Sustainability Disclosure Standards, aiming to guide businesses in aligning their sustainability practices with global ESG ...

China’s Supreme People’s Court has confirmed that Article 88(1) of the New Company Law will not be applied retroactively to disputes involving equity transfers made before July 1, 2024. This ...

On December 20, 2024, China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) released the Catalogue of Encouraged Industries for Foreign Investment (Exposure ...

China’s economy showed mixed performance in November 2024, with industrial production and exports showing resilience, while retail sales and fixed asset investment underperformed, amid ongoing ...

Bulgaria has been a pivotal and early partner in China’s Belt and Road Initiative, establishing itself as a key strategic node in the economic landscape of the Balkan region, and has shown strong ...

In addition to the general deregistration procedures, China has been promoting simplified deregistration as one of the key measures to enhance its business environment. This article highlights the ...

In the 2024-25 China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Tracker, China Briefing offers up-to-date data and insights on China’s outbound investment developments and trends. The tracker will feature ...

The second edition of The Asia Manufacturing Index by Dezan Shira & Associates is now out. The 2025 index provides essential insights into Asia’s dynamic industrial landscape, ranking eleven countries ...