China introduces an online tax payment service for non-resident enterprises to optimize tax handling and payments. Annual tax filing management can now be conducted via the online tax payment service. This means that non-resident enterprises do not need to be physically present in China to handle tax-related issues. Equally, the online platform optimizes the international…
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Protecting trade secrets should be a priority in any jurisdiction. For companies, trade secrets are valuable assets that provide a competitive advantage. Establishing confidentiality and non-competition agreements with employees are crucial and practical ways to protect trade secrets. Below, we outline protecting trade secrets under the Chinese jurisdiction. What is the Legal Definition? According to…
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Guidelines for Filing the Standard Contract for Outbound Cross-Border Transfer of Personal Information (‘Guidelines’) is live now. With the Measures for the Standard Contract for Outbound Cross-Border Transfer of Personal Information in effect from June 1, 2023, the Guidelines (effective from 30 May 2023) serve as a guide for companies filing the Standard Contract for…
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