Category: Thought Leadership

China’s Unreliable Entity List: what is the impact for foreign entities in China

On 19 September 2020, the Ministry of Commerce issued the Provisions on the Unreliable Entity List (the “Provisions”). The Provisions establish a legal framework that provide initial procedures for the designation of non-Chinese enterprises, other organizations, or individuals of a foreign country (“foreign entity”) that act contrary to China’s interests.  Purpose of the Provisions  While…

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China foreign investment trends for 2020 and beyond: a look at the updated negative list and encouraged catalogue

Amidst worldwide economic uncertainty and complex international relations, investors are trying to navigate toward opportunities that position them to succeed. Many of those opportunities can be found in China. At Horizons, we’re confident of China’s economic stability, growth and effort to move past the negative effects of COVID-19. In the latest World Bank Asia Pacific…

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Business Operations 101: How to open a company bank account in China under constraints related to the coronavirus pandemic

At Horizons, we encounter numerous queries about opening a company bank account in China, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. For practical purposes, a company bank account should be opened upon the receipt of the business license. For foreign companies operating in China, two accounts should be opened in order for a business to commence with…

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