Other Briefings
New Procurement Rules Favor “Made in China”: Strategic Takeaways for Businesses
China’s new government procurement policy introduces a 20 percent price evaluation advantage for qualifying domestic products and sets clearer standards for what counts as “Made in China.” This poses challenges for foreign businesses, especially those with offshore production, but also opens doors through clearer rules and fairer competition.
Upcoming Deadline: Beneficial Ownership Filing Due November 1
With the final deadline of November 1, 2025 fast approaching, businesses that have not yet completed their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) filing should take immediate action to ensure compliance and avoid last-minute technical or documentation issues.
The “Negative Lists” Easing Data Export in China’s FTZs – A Complete Guide for Foreign Companies
China’s Free Trade Zones are reshaping the country’s data export policy through sectoral negative lists and trial measures. New national-level proposals aim to unify these pilots and ease compliance for multinational companies
Key Regulatory Developments in China’s F&B Sector: Implications for Industry Stakeholders
China’s food and beverage sector is undergoing major regulatory transformation in 2025. From dairy standards to digital labeling and health food approvals, the reforms signal a shift toward safety, transparency, and strategic market access.
Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Rules in Effect November 1 – Requirements for Foreign Companies in China
The new rules clarify how and when companies providing internet services must report cybersecurity incidents to authorities with varying degrees of urgency depending on the incident threat level.
New FX Measures Lift Property Purchase Curbs, Streamline Cross-Border Financing for Foreign Firms
China’s FX regulator has lifted barriers on property purchases and ease reinvestment rules in a new set of measures streamlining cross-border financing and investment.
How Did Dior Violate China’s Personal Information Protection Law? Lessons from the PIPL Probe
The investigation into Dior’s handling of personal information exposed gaps in consent, cross-border transfer compliance, and security safeguards, offering valuable lessons for businesses navigating China’s Personal Information Protection Law.
New Guidelines on Handling Sensitive Personal Data in China in Effect November 1
New nonmandatory standards provide useful clarity on how to legally process senstive personal data throughout the entire lifecycle, facilitating compliance with regulations.
