TOP STORIES THIS WEEK:

China’s Economy in April 2025: Resilient Exports and Investment Defy US Tariffs

Despite mounting pressure from US tariffs, China’s economy remained surprisingly resilient in April 2025, led by strong industrial output, services consumption, and foreign trade. This article analyzes the key indicators and their implications for China’s full-year growth target.

China’s Industrial Power Rates 2025: A Guide for Investors

China’s industrial power rates depend upon the category of industry, type of electricity usage, region where it is located, time-of-use, and the charging method that the company chooses. This article offers a rundown of how the industrial power rates are fixed in the country. 

China Promotes Electronic Voucher Accounting Data Standards Nationwide

On May 19, China’s Ministry of Finance and eight other departments announced the nationwide rollout of electronic voucher accounting data standards. Learn what’s covered, how businesses should prepare, and why it matters for your operations.

New Guidelines for Implementing China’s Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law: An explainer

The State Council has released new regulations detailing the implementation of China’s Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law, expanding countermeasures and clarifying consequences for non-compliance. Here’s what foreign companies should know. 

China’s Visa-Free Policies: Latest Updates

This article looks at China visa-free policies that are currently in place. In May 2025, China signed mutual visa exemption agreement with Uzbekistan and expanded its 30-day unilateral visa-free policy to five countries, including Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay.

COMPLIMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES:

An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2025

An Introduction to Doing Business in Indonesia 2025 provides insights into market entry, tax, HR & payroll, and audit and compliance considerations. This publication is available for complimentary downloads in the Asia Briefing Publication Store.

Transforming Business Operations with ERP Application in Vietnam

This magazine explores the essentials of ERP systems, spotlights the growth of Vietnam’s ERP market fueled by SME adoption and governmental support, and examines tailored ERP solutions for manufacturers to tackle industry-specific challenges.

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR ASIA:

ProPak China 2025–The 30th International Processing and Packaging Exhibition

Exhibition | 24-26, June 2025 | 09:00-18:00 | Shanghai, China

Webpack Southeast Asia Exhibition & Asia Gift Fair - Indonesia Seminar for China Enterprises

Seminar | Friday, May 23, 2025, 13:30 – 18:00 | Shenzhen

[CN] ASEAN Supply Chains: Anchors in a Shifting World 东盟供应链：在流动的世界中寻找锚点

线下研讨会 | 2025年6月5日，星期四 | 中国上海