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Q: Media reports say that the U.S. government is considering imposing an additional 7.5% tariff on imports from China under the pretext of the so-called excess capacity. If the U.S. side moves forward with this measure, how will China respo...
Q: On August 19, China issued another prohibition order against the EU’s cross-border investigation measures targeting Chinese entities under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). What is MOFCOM’s comment on this? (MOFCOM Regular Press Co...
China improves investment mechanism to advance rural revitalization
China ready to deepen investment cooperation with Russia: vice premier
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How to Register a WFOE in China
Complete step-by-step guide to setting up a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise in 2026.
China Corporate Income Tax Guide
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Tax Incentives for Foreign Investors
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Q: Media reports say that the U.S. government is considering imposing an additional 7.5% tariff on imports from China under the pretext of the so-called excess capacity. If the U.S. side moves forward with this measure, how will China respo...
China's Ministry of Commerce responded to reports that the U.S. may impose an additional 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods, calling such a move protectionist and politically motivated. Beijing stated it firmly opposes the U.S. Section 301 investigations and reserved the right to take all necessary countermeasures. No new Chinese policy was announced; this is a warning signal about potential trade escalation.
Q: On August 19, China issued another prohibition order against the EU’s cross-border investigation measures targeting Chinese entities under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). What is MOFCOM’s comment on this? (MOFCOM Regular Press Co...
China has issued a second prohibition order against the EU's use of its Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) to investigate Chinese companies, this time in the JD.com case. The order, based on China's rules on counteracting unjustified extraterritorial application, bars any organization or individual from complying with or assisting the EU's cross-border information demands. MOFCOM criticized the EU for overreach and called for dialogue, while signaling that China will take further measures if necessary.
China improves investment mechanism to advance rural revitalization
China has issued a plan to improve investment mechanisms for rural revitalization, jointly released by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, the NDRC, the People's Bank of China, and other agencies. The plan aims to increase fiscal, financial, and social capital support for agriculture and rural areas, setting a 2030 goal for a balanced and efficient investment structure. It emphasizes government funding leadership and coordinated use of bonds, loans, insurance, subsidies, and pricing policies. This is a broad policy framework rather than an immediately enforceable rule, signaling future investment opportunities rather than direct obligations.
China ready to deepen investment cooperation with Russia: vice premier
Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov co-chaired the 13th China-Russia Investment Cooperation Committee meeting in Vladivostok, where both sides pledged to deepen bilateral investment ties. China called for expanding cooperation in manufacturing, infrastructure, green industries, and the digital economy, while Russia promised to address concerns of Chinese enterprises. The meeting reflects continued political support for China-Russia business cooperation but does not itself create new legal obligations or concrete policy changes.
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