In China, carrying out foreign exchange transactions outside of designated foreign exchange banks, the China Foreign Exchange Transaction Centre or its local branches is illegal. Foreign exchange in China is strictly regulated and any violation of regulations can be dan be deemed as a “disruption to the market” and result in criminal penalties. Foreign individuals…
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The revised Individual Income Tax Law of the People’s Republic of China stands to significantly affect workers’ monthly net salaries going forth in 2019. From 1 January, individuals monthly net salaries should have risen from their December salary, as the individual withholding tax calculation has been altered from a monthly taxable basis to annual accumulated…
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Monthly contribution changes to the Shanghai Housing Provident Fund will come into effect from 1 April 2019. On 14 February 2019, the Shanghai Municipal Housing Management Committee of Housing Provident Fund published online The Notice on the Amendment to Shanghai Housing Provident Fund on Payment Basis, Payment and Deposit Proportion and Maximum and Minimum Monthly…
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Astrid Dorfmeister, our esteemed partner and friend in both the China Collaborative Group (CCG) and Consulegis, passed away on 22 February after a brave battle with leukaemia. The news has brought great sadness to all of us who knew and worked with her. Astrid was committed professional with a warm heart and a keen sense…
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An annual tax reduction of 200 billion yuan is expected for small-profit businesses as part of the latest tax relief policies set forth for small and micro business. The tax relief was announced during the 12 January State Council meeting chaired by Premier Li Keqiang. Following suit, the Notice on Implementing the Policy of Inclusive…
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