Foreign Direct Investment

The Measures observe the principle of consistency in the regulatory criteria for Chinese and foreign-funded banks.

Wholly foreign-owned hospitals permitted in seven municipalities and provinces.

More foreign-invested projects have been removed from the Shanghai FTZ negative list.

The Provisions allow multinational corporations to centrally manage the foreign exchange funds of their member enterprises.

The Shanghai FTZ's first wholly foreign-owned hospital faces the same restrictions as in the rest of the nation. What the authorities will do to simplify the process, and the project's fate, will determine global access to this industry

The Shanghai FTZ's first wholly foreign-owned hospital faces the same restrictions as in the rest of the nation. What the authorities will do to simplify the process, and the project's fate, will determine global access to this industry

Enterprises in the environmental sector are eligible for 15% tax rate.

Tax-resident enterprises that hold 10% of shares of a foreign enterprise are required to report the relevant information to the tax authority.

I am looking to set up my business in China. There are many concerns among foreign investors regarding both onshore and offshore franchising. Should I enter into a direct contract with a local entity or form a joint venture? How do I ensure my assets will be protected?