News - China

1. Foreign Secretary visits China

   China 10/18/2024 9:43:34 AM

   Foreign Secretary David Lammy arrives in China on two-day trip, which will include meetings in Beijing and Shanghai

2. UK-China Intellectual Property Newsletter

   China 6/5/2024 8:20:42 AM

   At the end of every month we publish a newsletter covering recent intellectual property (IP) developments in China.

3. Guidance UK-China Intellectual Property Newsletter

   China 5/7/2024 8:15:10 AM

   At the end of every month we publish a newsletter covering recent intellectual property (IP) developments in China.

4. Foreign travel advice China

   China 4/23/2024 8:39:32 AM

   Warnings and insurance Still current at: 23 April 2024 Updated: 22 April 2024 Latest update: Updated information on flooding (‘Safety and security’ page).

5. Information for British citizens moving to or living in China, including guidance on residency, healthcare and travel.

   China 1/30/2024 8:51:59 AM

   Living in China

6. UK-China Cooperation on Intellectual Property

   China 11/13/2023 8:58:59 AM

   The UK aims to promote the non-discriminatory and transparent application of IP rules within national IP regimes.

7. Overseas business risk for China

   China 7/10/2023 8:55:27 AM

   Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in China.

8. Trade remedies notices: countervailing duty on glass fibre products from China

   China 2/14/2023 8:51:34 AM

   Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for International Trade relating to the countervailing duty on glass fibre products from China.

9. China Commercial Regulatory Update

   China 10/25/2022 8:48:27 AM

   Quarterly update produced by the British Embassy in Beijing on key commercial regulatory developments in China.

10. China Enacts Personal Information Protection Law

    China 1/6/2022 12:07:18 PM

    China recently passed new personal data protection legislation called the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) that impacts companies managing employees and business in China.

11. Negotiating In China: 6 Cultural Tips For Success

    China 2/7/2020 10:21:29 AM

    How can we adapt our cultural work styles to manage more effectively when doing business in China?

12. Focus on China Business Culture

    China 1/29/2020 1:43:53 PM

    The focus is on building practical skills for communicating, working, negotiating and doing business with Chinese colleagues, suppliers, customers and other business contacts.

13. Asia Trade Summit 2020

    China 11/14/2019 2:08:57 PM

    The Economist’s second annual Asia Trade Summit will bring together heads of companies, regional trade negotiators, policymakers, academics and economists for a day of learning and rigorous debate.

14. GTDW CHINA 2020

    China 10/17/2019 3:33:45 PM

    Global Trade Development Week (GTDW), now into its 19th edition, provides a connecting platform to global trade stakeholders to explore opportunities to facilitate and increase sustainable and seamless cross border trade and to detect and counter illicit trade by:

15. China’s Golden Week and its Effect on the Gold Price

    China 10/9/2019 12:28:11 PM

    Year after year, China’s Golden Week National Holiday causes the gold price to tumble. In fact, it is one of those two weeks in the year when pretty much the whole of China is closed including factories and offices. The first week is in January or February, the Spring Festival, over Chinese New Year and is subject to the lunar calendar.

16. Doing business in China online: The most comprehensive guide to digital marketing in China

    China 8/29/2019 2:00:46 PM

    Digital marketing in China is quickly becoming the central element of the overall business strategy for companies entering this rapidly growing market. What makes it particularly challenging for foreign companies is the absence of familiar digital marketing tools such as Facebook, Google, YouTube etc

17. GCE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS

    China 6/26/2019 12:32:51 PM

    Chinese vesion

18. Chinese market access gives a multimillion pound boost for British beef

    China 6/19/2019 10:16:30 AM

    Good news for Welsh farmers who could see their beef served on Chinese dinner plates by the end of the year

19. £230M boost for British beef as China agrees market access

    China 6/19/2019 10:12:57 AM

    British beef could be served on Chinese dinner plates by the end of the year, following an agreement reached between China and the UK.

20. Big wins for British businesses as Vice Premier Hu Chunhua visits

    China 6/18/2019 8:50:48 AM

    Deals between British and Chinese companies worth more than £500 million were announced today, during a visit to the UK by Chinese Vice Premier Hu Chunhua.

21. 24-Hour Access To Offices Is Most Important Feature For Workers

    China 5/16/2019 3:55:06 PM

    The flexible office market has never been more popular, continually evolving with innovative and exciting amenities. With this continuous growth, the need to differentiate has become more crucial.

22. Digipanda launches campaign towards Chinese students coming to UK in 2019

    China 2/26/2019 12:19:34 PM

    Digipanda Marketing Co. Ltd, the China dedicated digital marketing agency, is to launch a new marketing campaign with Chinese students coming to UK being target audience.

23. Chinese Digital Marketing

    China 1/15/2019 11:07:25 AM

    Yes, every Chinese consumer relies on WeChat and it is the most powerful digital tool in the world. This doesn’t mean that you can sit down leisurely and wait for sales to grow simply by having a brand WeChat account. The Chinese digital marketing ecosystem works in its own way and is constantly evolving to meet new demands.

24. Choosing the right registered office address in China

    China 1/14/2019 3:37:21 PM

    It is every real estate agents' mantra: Location, location, location. You've certainly heard the phrase enough and may wonder what inspires agents to say the word three times.

25. Digipanda Launches Its New Year Offer!

    China 12/11/2018 2:41:39 PM

    To celebrate Christmas, New Year and the Chinese New Year, Digipanda Marketing, the London based China marketing company, is launching its New Year Offer:

26. Demand for Flexible Workspace in Asia-Pacific has Outstripped Global Markets

    China 11/27/2018 11:04:09 AM

    Over the past 12 months, the flexible workspace market has grown faster in the Asia-Pacific region than any other destination in the world, according to Instant’s APAC Flexible Workspace 2018 report. Supply of flex centres across top locations has grown consistently above 15%, with the only inhibitor to growth being a lack of available space for expansion.

27. Low-cost training for China companies

    China 11/7/2018 11:47:08 AM

    Training staff is great for business. It motivates employees, boosts retention and drives efficiency. But what if you’re a cash-strapped startup in China?

28. Toutiao: an Emerging Social Media Platform in China that You Can’t Afford to Ignore

    China 10/8/2018 1:26:43 PM

    Marketers in UK who care about the China market may be very familiar with the famous abbreviation “BAT”, which refers to the top 3 internet giants in China: Baidu, Alibaba and Tencent.

29. Reasons why startups and SMEs should consider a virtual office in China

    China 9/26/2018 8:07:43 AM

    Do you want to expand into a new market, like China, with minimal initial office expense and hassle? Perhaps you are just doing market research in China, or your ecommerce site is attracting overseas customers and you’d like to learn more about the new potential opportunity before committing, or you are considering sending an employee or two abroad to open up the Chinese market.

30. 5 benefits of setting up a Representative Office in China

    China 9/17/2018 9:22:18 AM

    The Chinese authorities aim to make it as easy as possible for foreign companies to start a business in the country. This is the guiding idea behind the wide range of options available in China’s free trade zones, representative offices and mainland businesses.

31. Digipanda is to launch UK tour discount card for Chinese visitors

    China 9/13/2018 1:34:12 PM

    Digipanda, the London based digital marketing agency focusing on China market, is to launch a brand new UK tour discount card for Chinese visitors coming to UK.

32. What is a free trade zone in China and why should you consider one for your company setup?

    China 9/13/2018 7:43:12 AM

    China has long been an attractive destination for entrepreneurs the world over. Offering a lower tax rate compared to most European startups, a strategic location at the heart of the world’s largest and fastest emerging markets, and a government committed to nurturing and supporting business, it’s not hard to see why.

33. Digipanda Launches “New Semester & Golden Week” Campaign to Target Chinese Students Population in UK

    China 8/8/2018 6:53:04 PM

    Digipanda Marketing, the London based China digital marketing agency, is to launch its “New Semester & Golden Week” campaign, aiming at helping inbound travel & tourism businesses promote towards the 150,000 Chinese students population in UK.

34. Doing business in China online: The most comprehensive guide to digital marketing in China

    China 8/2/2018 12:55:11 PM

    Digital marketing in China is quickly becoming the central element of the overall business strategy for companies entering this rapidly growing market.

35. Doing Business in China ~ Part 1: Importing and Exporting

    China 8/2/2018 12:52:03 PM

    Today, there has never been a better time for importing and exporting your products and services to China. Especially for small-to-medium sized enterprises and large companies.

36. 1 hour to save 1000 hours of stress: Doing business in China

    China 8/2/2018 12:49:27 PM

    1 hour of reading can save you more than 1000 hours of stress and potentially lots of money doing business in China. Discover 5 key lessons learned by Sylvain Gauthier an executive producer of live shows in China with a total of more than 10 years of experience doing business in this challenging part of the world. Any business leader currently or thinking about doing business in China should invest that one hour and understand these five guiding principles

37. Business and Travel in China: Broad Issues and Political Trends

    China 8/2/2018 12:46:21 PM

    China is an interesting a thought provoking country that intrigues travellers and business people alike. This book was written to help those planning on doing business and/or living in China. It highlights the major issues and trends that may impact on your business and/or travels. It includes a list of helpful references towards the end to help broaden your search for information.

38. Navigating Countries, Cultures, and Expectations

    China 8/1/2018 9:53:18 AM

    Expanding a business all across the globe is always the bigger goal of every business owner.

39. Benefits of Company Formation Services for Startup Companies

    China 7/31/2018 2:46:00 PM

    What are the benefits of company formation services for startup companies?

40. 4 Warning Signs that Tell It Is Time to Consider HR Outsourcing Services

    China 7/31/2018 2:35:40 PM

    What are the most evident signs that it’s time for a business to consider HR outsourcing services?

41. How to marketing towards Chinese community in UK using WeChat Moment Ads

    China 7/30/2018 10:48:57 AM

    According to official statistics in 2011, UK has a Chinese population of 430,000. Another statistics by HESA, there were over 95,000 Chinese students in higher education institutions in UK. Statistics released by Visit Britain shows 260,000 Chinese visitors travelled to UK in 2016.

42. New Delivery Service to China

    China 7/27/2018 8:58:24 AM

    Introducing our new and improved delivery service!

43. How to Start a Business in China with a PEO

    China 7/17/2018 5:54:53 AM

    As the second biggest economy in the world, China is attracting many companies worldwide in starting or expanding their respective businesses in the country. However, this endeavor would prove quite challenging. The reasons abound, including the following obstacles:

44. A guide to exporting to China

    China 6/26/2018 9:12:10 AM

    China – often referred to as ‘the world’s factory’ – has seen unparalleled economic success in the past few decades. No other country produces and exports more goods, and China is also the second largest importer in the world.

45. 5 Reasons to Use Business Formation Services When Expanding a Company Abroad

    China 6/26/2018 8:46:25 AM

    Why should business formation services be used and relied on when expanding a company abroad?

46. Big Data of Chinese Visitors to UK issued by Ctrip

    China 6/13/2018 7:43:19 AM

    Ctrip says over 60,000 Chinese visitors booked UK tours via its website or APP, which represented an almost 100% increase over that of 2016, making UK one of the destinations that saw biggest increase in terms of number of Chinese visitors.

47. Roundtable meeting with visiting business delegation from Tianjin, China

    China 6/5/2018 9:35:05 AM

    A business delegation from Tianjin China is visiting UK in mid-June. They are going to hold a round table meeting with UK businesses who are interested in entering China market from Tianjin.

48. How Employment Solutions Can Help Manage Your Business

    China 5/30/2018 12:38:38 PM

    Operating Efficiency Reducing Cost Focus on Core Business Operations Cost-Effective Market Entry

49. Getting a corporate bank account for your China business

    China 5/24/2018 10:41:44 AM

    When setting up a business in China, it can feel like your to-do list is never-ending.

50. Choosing your company name in China

    China 5/23/2018 1:06:51 PM

    In the words of Shakespeare – what’s in a name? Well when it comes to setting up a business in China, the answer is quite a lot

51. How to choose the right business activity for your China company

    China 5/22/2018 10:28:52 AM

    When starting a new business, entrepreneurs are faced with several important decisions.

52. WeChat Moment Ads: Help You Precisely Reach Your Target Audience in China

    China 4/30/2018 1:09:18 PM

    WeChat has become the upgraded portable combination of newspaper, radio and TV of Chinese people. According to Tencent’s own statistics, by the 3rd quarter of 2017, WeChat has 963 million active users, most of whom are aging between 15-40.

53. Mobile Marketing is Key to Attracting Chinese Visitors

    China 4/18/2018 9:00:17 AM

    “The use of mobile phones has surpassed the one of PC/tablets and is now the core of e-commerce, and the entire user’s behavior is around mobile phones, at least in China.” —-Kevin Guo, General Manager Strategic Cooperation & Marketing Innovation at Ctrip.

54. How to set up online presence in China (Part 2)

    China 4/16/2018 8:55:03 AM

    In an article posted last week, we discussed how to set up official Chinese website in China.

55. How to set up online presence in China? (Part 1)

    China 4/10/2018 8:34:10 AM

    As more and more UK businesses start switching their eyes onto China market, how to have an online presence there has become one of the most asked questions, as apparently, having an online presence is a more cost effective way to reach out to potential customers in that country.

56. Digipanda Marketing Is Running Liverpool’s Official WeChat Account

    China 4/9/2018 2:19:49 PM

    Digipanda Marketing has entered into a contract with Liverpool Vision, under which Digipanda has been authorised to operate Liverpool’s official WeChat public account.

57. Three Most Common Misconceptions about China Marketing Efforts by UK Inbound Businesses

    China 4/5/2018 2:49:16 PM

    Inbound travel & tourism industry may be one of the few sectors that have been benefited from the chaotic Brexit. The depreciation of pound sterling has helped bring in greater influx of visitors from all over the world, especially China.

58. Digipanda Connects Inbound Travel & Tourism Businesses with Alipay & WeChat Pay

    China 4/5/2018 11:18:39 AM

    London based digital marketing agency Digipanda Marketing, specialists in the Chinese market, has launched a new service in which it can connect inbound travel & tourism businesses with Alipay and WeChat Pay, the two most popular mobile payment solutions among Chinese visitors.

59. Looking to establish a company in China?

    China 3/23/2018 2:24:16 PM

    When you establish a company in China, there have 4 questions waiting for your decision

60. Local Labor Laws: Our Expertise

    China 1/23/2018 3:08:16 PM

    Employee leasing has been found out as one of the best solutions for companies who want to set up a new office in a foreign jurisdiction or hire overseas employee.

61. Your Most Valuable Resource is Our Specialty

    China 11/10/2017 9:23:09 AM

    A business owner only wants what is best for the business. We can all agree that the main driving force why a business is running is its employees. Getting quality employees to work for your business will help it to grow and succeed. But the thing is, it’s going to be quite hard to get the right employees to help your business in achieving its goals. From the pool of applicants and fresh graduates, it’s quite daunting to come up with a shortlist and ensure that you only hire top shape employees.

62. 7 Things You Need To Know When Starting a Business in China

    China 11/10/2017 9:16:14 AM

    Starting a business in China can become quite challenging to most companies and firms of foreign origin. If your business is Western, you might find almost total opposite. Business owners find themselves getting the advice of a Chinese consulting firm. It is the most obvious method to follow as these consulting firms know the ways of the complex business system in China. You might find that the legal structure is unique and it isn’t like the legal structure you are used to.

63. The Right Benefits for the Best Talent

    China 11/10/2017 7:02:53 AM

    Employees are the main driving force of a company. They are the ones responsible in doing tasks to uplift the image and competency of the business in the global setting.

64. Importing in China (2017)

    China 10/26/2017 11:51:57 AM

    How to Make a Living Importing Products from China and Selling it on Amazon for Huge Profits

65. Importing From China Is Easy

    China 10/26/2017 11:46:59 AM

    How I Make $1 million a Year by Private Labeling: How to Find Products to Import, Find Suppliers, and Have Them Delivered to Your Doorstep

66. China Goes West: Everything You Need to Know About Chinese Companies Going Global

    China 10/26/2017 11:36:31 AM

    Presenting an unrivalled perspective into the inner-workings of Chinese corporations and their expansion plans for international markets, this book combines executive interviews and first-hand accounts providing the sorely needed context to the rise of Chinese companies in home and overseas markets and how the West can successfully compete.

67. Doing Business in China Paperback – 25 Jan 2017

    China 5/9/2017 10:21:55 AM

    China has changed dramatically since the first edition of Doing Business in China was published in 2000 but the second, third and now this fourth edition have kept pace with the rapid developments.

68. UK-China discuss the next step for economic and trade relations

    China 11/10/2016 9:17:39 AM

    Billions of pounds of projects will be showcased to the delegation, while talks will focus on building on the UK-China trade relationship.

69. Labor Dispatch: a new way to start a business in China

    China 7/13/2016 12:45:00 PM

    In terms of business opportunities, China stays one of the main focus for foreign companies’ development strategies. However, a strong economic growth, the promise of a huge output market and a diverse group of customers make investing in China both a chance and a risk.

70. Trade and Investment Minister works towards deeper trading relationship with Hong Kong and China

    China 7/11/2016 5:05:45 PM

    Trade and Investment Minister Lord Price returns from his first official trip to Hong Kong and China.

71. How To Import From China

    China 6/20/2016 2:54:46 PM

    In This Ebook, We Are Providing Proper Guidance Of Detailed Step By Step Importing Procedure,

72. In Asia, online shopping gets lost in translation

    China 5/25/2016 10:21:12 AM

    No proper translation in my language

73. Overseas Business Risk – China

    China 5/18/2016 8:48:19 AM

    Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in China.

74. How well do you understand the new competitors coming out of China?

    China 3/30/2016 1:55:50 PM

    Strategies for Winning in China here at the University of Cambridge Judge Business School.

75. E-exporting match-making event helps UK brands sell into China

    China 3/24/2016 2:38:13 PM

    UKTI and Bank of China host e-commerce event to help British mother and baby goods brands meet buyers from Chinese e-marketplace platforms.

76. New Shanghai Tax Filing System Requires More Detailed Expatriate Information

    China 3/23/2016 12:47:40 PM

    Shanghai’s tax filing system has been comprehensively upgraded since February this year. The new system requires a more detailed disclosure of foreign expatriates’ income and allowance deduction, which must be recorded in the tax system when the company does the monthly individual income tax filing.

77. New Provisions for Online Publishing Services

    China 3/23/2016 12:46:25 PM

    The State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television (“SAPPRFT”) and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (“MIIT”) jointly announced Provisions for the Administration of Online Publishing Services (the “Provisions”), which have taken effect since 10 March 2016.

78. Announcement of Service Innovation Pilot Programmes

    China 3/23/2016 12:44:39 PM

    On 14 February 2016, China’s State Council announced its plan to conduct pilot programmes for the innovative development of services in 10 cities and 5 new zones under direct control of the central government (“state-level zones”) over the next 2 years.

79. New Tax Filing Method for Veterinary Drugs Trading Enterprises

    China 3/23/2016 12:43:13 PM

    On 4 February 2016, the State Administration of Taxation (SAT) released the SAT Announcement [2016] No.8 that would take effect from 1 April 2016 for general VAT taxpayers engaged in the veterinary drugs trading business.

80. China to Replace Business Tax with Value Added Tax in All Sectors

    China 3/23/2016 12:38:20 PM

    At the opening ceremony of the National People’s Congress (NPC) held on 5 March 2016, Premier Li Keqiang announced that effective from 1 May 2016, Value Added Tax (“VAT”) will replace the current Business Tax (“BT”) in all sectors, including real estate & construction, financial services & insurance, lifestyle and other services (including hospitality, food & beverage, healthcare and entertainment).

81. UK and China sign agreement to boost exports

    China 3/22/2016 6:12:48 PM

    UK Export Finance (UKEF) and the China Export & Credit Insurance Corporation (SINOSURE) have committed to a framework for strengthened co-operation, paving the way for increased UK and Chinese exports.

82. Doing Business In China Guide

    China 3/2/2016 10:15:50 AM

    China is the great economic success story of the past 30 years. Since the “reform and opening-up” policy was introduced in 1978, China has changed beyond recognition.

83. SAT Seeks Public Consultation on Implementation of Special Tax Adjustments

    China 3/2/2016 9:15:50 AM

    The Implementation of Special Tax Adjustments draft (“Discussion Draft”) was released by China’s State Administration of Taxation (SAT) on 17 September 2015 to update the existing Implementation of Special Tax Adjustments (Trial) draft (“Guoshuifa [2009] No.2”).

84. Budgeting for 2016 HR Cost

    China 1/29/2016 8:48:22 AM

    When HR departments plan for the HR cost of 2016, they should consider the following issues:

85. Foreign Exchange Settlement of Foreign Debt Funds

    China 1/29/2016 8:46:56 AM

    The Shanghai Branch of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange implemented rules for further promotion of foreign exchange administration reform in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone (the “SHFTZ”) that took effect on 17 December 2015.

86. Administrative Measures for Non-resident Taxpayers Claiming Tax Treaty Benefits

    China 1/29/2016 8:45:27 AM

    State Administration of Taxation (SAT) Public Notice [2015] No.60 has introduced a new mechanism of self-assessment on the eligibility for tax treaty benefits (reduced taxation or exemption under the relevant tax treaties) by non-resident taxpayers.

87. Impact of Public Notice on Certain Corporate Income Tax Matters

    China 1/29/2016 8:43:38 AM

    Released in March 2015, State Administration of Taxation (SAT) Public Notice [2015] No.16 (“Public Notice 16”) is expected to change the way foreign enterprises repatriate profits out of China.

88. Importing From China

    China 1/28/2016 12:10:18 PM

    Importing from China guides

89. ALIEXPRESS BLUEPRINT - 2016

    China 1/28/2016 12:03:56 PM

    Create a New Full-Time Income Source Starting from Scratch via Selling Physical Products Online

90. Simplified Procedures For Starting A Business In China

    China 1/18/2016 9:19:33 AM

    Last year, China simplified the procedure for company registrations, expatriate work visas and annual compliance to encourage investment and commercial businesses. Let’s look at the changes that are likely to affect the way business is done in 2016.

91. China's Move To VAT Expected To Be Complete By July 2016

    China 1/13/2016 9:10:39 AM

    China’s VAT reform is likely to further strengthen the country’s position in the world economy. The Chinese market will become more familiar for global entities and attract investors who were previously discouraged by inefficiencies in the system.

92. The Home Office launches new two-year Chinese visa pilot

    China 1/7/2016 8:56:50 AM

    A new two-year visit visa for Chinese nationals will be launched on Monday, 11 January.

93. UK businesses given boost to break into Chinese retail market

    China 11/5/2015 8:47:57 AM

    Access to China’s growing market of more than 650 million internet users is to be widened to British firms.

94. Chinese VAT Reform: A Thorny Path For The Insurance Industry

    China 10/29/2015 8:30:18 AM

    MF Group's IPT expert looks at China's move towards VAT for the services sector and compares this to how similar introductions have fared elsewhere.

95. Communication Across Cultures: Mutual Understanding In A Global World

    China 10/1/2015 3:09:24 PM

    Communication across Cultures explores how cultural context affects the use and (mis)interpretation of language. It provides an accessible and interdisciplinary introduction to language and language variation in intercultural communication by drawing on both classic and cutting-edge research from pragmatics, discourse analysis, sociolinguistics, linguistic anthropology and politeness studies.

96. Agreement to promote UK online exports with China

    China 9/24/2015 1:23:01 PM

    A UKTI partnership agreement with Shanghai Free Trade Zone will help UK companies develop e-commerce sales in China.

97. Are you looking to start a business importing products from China?

    China 8/25/2015 2:17:22 PM

    Are you looking to find a inexpensive, quality product from China that you can sell for a huge profit online or in your store? Then this book can help you step by step from finding that great product, finding a great supplier in China for it, and having it delivered to you.

98. Foreign Secretary in China to foster partnership on global challenges

    China 8/12/2015 10:38:12 AM

    Philip Hammond has arrived in China for a two day official visit, his first to the country since becoming Foreign Secretary.

99. David Cameron is leading a trade delegation to south-east Asia this week to boost UK trade and investment.

    China 7/27/2015 9:42:27 AM

    The Prime Minister is joined by 31 representatives from businesses from every region of the UK. Deals worth over £750 million and creating 270 new jobs across the UK are due to be agreed this week.

100. Is Your Cultural Leadership Style Killing Your Team’s Potential? Cultural Training Workshops

     China 6/30/2015 11:23:12 AM

     Identifying the key leadership competencies your executives need in today’s competitive global environment includes intercultural skills. Organizations have to look for every advantage they can get. And understanding cultural differences in leadership and their impact on the bottom line gives them a competitive edge.

101. Digital Marketing in Asia

     China 6/10/2015 12:26:22 PM

     A Start-up Guide for Search Engine Marketing in APAC

102. Chinese Business Etiquette

     China 6/10/2015 11:42:48 AM

     "No one doing business with the Chinese should be without [it]."-Midwest Book Review

103. UKTI publishes new guide to selling goods and services in China

     China 5/28/2015 8:22:46 AM

     New guide aims to help UK businesses access opportunities and win export business in the lucrative Chinese market.

104. Four Things To Consider Before Doing Business In China

     China 3/12/2015 10:34:22 AM

     Thinking about doing business in China? Most businesses are. But to be successful there are 4 things you need to know before you start. Here they are.

105. Landmark deal secures future of British film in China

     China 3/3/2015 1:55:39 PM

     Ratification of film co-production treaty between UK and China

106. Women’s Business Visit To China & Hong Kong 30 May To 7 June 2015

     China 2/2/2015 12:39:58 PM

     Are you a woman-led business? Are you looking to expand your business or source new products in China?

107. Potential temporary impact on visa application payment in China

     China 1/26/2015 3:21:44 PM

     Visa application payments may encounter temporary impact

108. Chinese students to help UK businesses

     China 11/25/2014 8:47:08 AM

     Chinese-speaking students are to be placed with UK companies to help them break into the Chinese market or find new investment

109. West Country Brands Explore export Opportunities In China

     China 10/28/2014 11:12:21 AM

     UKTI South West helps UK brands take their first steps into Chinese market through the GREAT British brands festival.

110. The GREAT Festival of Creativity will promote the best of British business

     China 10/22/2014 9:37:59 AM

     The GREAT Festival of Creativity event run by UKTI in Shanghai will demonstrate the best of British creativity.

111. International Business: An Asian Perspective

     China 10/8/2014 10:23:54 AM

     In most Asian countries including China, Japan, Korea, India, and ASEAN countries, the market structure is shaped and regulated not only by market competition but also by government policy.

112. Entering The Chinese Market

     China 9/18/2014 5:51:10 PM

     A Practical Guide for SMEs and Entrepreneurs. The Get Ready For China Business Series

113. Doing business in China

     China 7/24/2014 2:00:46 PM

     David Clive Price offers companies insider knowledge and strategies of how to optimize global business operations and build brand recognition in Asian markets

114. Trade and Investment Deals Announced During the UK-China Summit.

     China 6/18/2014 10:25:29 AM

     £14 billion of trade and investment deals have been signed between UK and Chinese firms as the Chinese Premier Li Keqiang meets Prime Minister David Cameron during a visit to the UK.

115. UK and China agree £2 billion digitial media link-up

     China 5/30/2014 5:19:29 PM

     Creative companies from the UK and China are set to benefit from £2 billion worth of trade and investment opportunities.

116. The Road Map to Asia Business Success

     China 4/28/2014 11:09:29 AM

     If you're feeling blocked or you haven't reached the right level in your business yet (or you haven't even dared to start!), you need a Road Map to Success.

117. Effective Cross Cultural Communication in the Workplace: Tips for Success

     China 4/10/2014 8:50:53 AM

     Working across cultures is usually more interesting, if not always more enjoyable, than if we were just doing business with our own nationality. It is most likely that many of “the ways we like to do business” are quite familiar among our cross-cultural colleagues and clients.

118. China’s economy speeds up again… worldwide trade to benefit?

     China 3/27/2014 4:19:20 PM

     China has reported better-than-expected trade surplus figures, reversing recent forecasts and easing fears that a slowdown in Chinese trade would slow down a recovery in the wider world economy.

119. Cultural Training China: Effective Negotiation Skills

     China 3/27/2014 10:59:07 AM

     How can we adapt our cultural work styles to manage more effectively when doing business in China?

120. Leading Effectively Across Cultures: Focus Asia

     China 3/14/2014 10:04:02 AM

     Identifying the key leadership competencies your executives need in today’s competitive global environment includes intercultural skills. Organizations have to look for every advantage they can get. And understanding cultural differences in leadership and their impact on the bottom line gives them a competitive edge.

121. New fund on London Stock Exchange gives investors access to Chinese stock markets

     China 1/13/2014 1:32:40 PM

     Landmark agreement means from today, investors able to invest in Chinese stock markets in Renminbi through the London Stock Exchange.

122. £5.6 billion worth of deals signed in China

     China 12/5/2013 9:08:44 AM

     Trade and investment deals totalling over £5.6 billion and creating over 1,500 UK jobs have been signed between UK and Chinese firms.

123. PM champions EU free trade deal with China

     China 12/2/2013 12:17:05 PM

     David Cameron arrives in Beijing with the message that ‘an open Britain is the ideal partner for an opening China’.

124. UK and China: building a long-term relationship

     China 12/2/2013 12:15:40 PM

     Prime Minister David Cameron, accompanied by 6 government ministers, is leading a trade mission to China this week.

125. British trade mission to sell tea to China

     China 11/18/2013 10:10:17 AM

     Owen Paterson is in Shanghai with British exporters to help get more British food and drink onto their supermarket shelves.

126. China: Challenges and opportunities for UK business

     China 10/25/2013 9:36:50 AM

     FCO Minister Hugo Swire spoke at the China Association Autumn Lunch about opportunities China presents for British business and UK growth.

127. Immigration Update

     China 9/20/2013 10:30:14 AM

     Changes made to Entry and Exit Administrative Laws in China

128. Information for British Nationals living in China

     China 8/16/2013 12:31:18 PM

     For British Nationals living in or visiting China, please read the following information for our opening hours and services.

129. Smart Business Set-up in China

     China 7/12/2013 9:42:07 AM

     - Tired of costly and endless market researches in China? - Scared of the risks you might face when entering the Chinese market? - Looking to be immediately active and operational in China?

130. Do Not Delay – Seek IP Protection in China

     China 6/25/2013 11:54:19 AM

     Ella Cheong of Ella Cheong (Hong Kong & Beijing) explores the benefits of trademark protection in China

131. China’s Latest Space Mission Lifts Off, Whilst UK Business Remains On The Launch Pad.

     China 6/11/2013 11:09:28 AM

     Nie Haisheng, Zhang Xiaoguang and Wang Yaping made a traditional walk in front of cheering crowds prior to leaving for the Launchpad. This morning (11 June 2013), the mission designated Shenzhou-10 lifted off and started a 40 hour journey to where it will complete the next step in China’s plan to put a permanently manned space station above the Earth by the beginning of the next decade, and does anyone doubt China will achieve what China sets out to do anymore?

132. Where will you find prosperity in 2013?

     China 5/30/2013 1:34:32 PM

     CHINA IS NOT JUST FOR THE BIG BOYS ANYMORE. As the ‘recession’ in the UK continues, more small and medium-sized enterprises will be forced to go international to grow their business and they should not shy away from China, assuming it to be too big or too distant for the likes of them.

133. Why Expand To China?

     China

     Foreign investment walks hand-in-hand with China's decision to finally welcome in the outside world especially the West

134. China: Event Organisation Case Study

     China

     London Metal Exchange (LME) sought to increase understanding of its services within the financial and regulatory community.

135. China: Economic Convalescence Accelerates

     China

     Much of Chinese convalescence process has been the direct result of its consumers, something which can be heeded by other flagging economies.

136. Business In China Explained: Joint Ventures

     China

     Joint Ventures are still seen as the most viable way of entering the Chinese market.

137. Business In China Explained: Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprises

     China

     This form of set-up is becoming increasingly more popular with investors, due its nature of maximum control: there is no prerequisite involvement from Chinese investors.

138. China Case Study: Establish Presence and Export Facility

     China

     The Blayson Group Ltd is one of few British companies in the SME category to export their products to China.

139. All The Tea In China

     China

     While China may not be the most accessible country with which to do business, its progress and commercial success have been incredible. With 1.6 billion consumers, staggering GDP increases and ever-growing foreign trade surpluses, China's continuing economic ascendancy is undeniable.