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The VAT Programme has expanded rapidly since it started in Shanghai this year. For the first time, it allows companies to offset taxes when using external service providers. Lawrence Hu considers how tax reform affects companies

Foreign investors in China face the challenge of dealing with corruption in an unfamiliar business culture. The penalties set out in UK, US and Chinese law are strict, but a comparison of bribery legislation shows what steps can be taken to mitigate risks

Foreign investors always want to know how they can get their money out of China, but with foreign exchange policies constantly changing, how should they navigate the complex regulations in place?

China's first tier cities are all competing to attract multinationals to set up regional headquarters. Shanghai is leading the race, but how do the policies for each city compare and what incentives are actually on offer?

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I am thinking of setting up an R&D facility in China. I have read many horror stories about employees leaving with trade secrets. How should I structure my employment contracts to minimise risk?

Plans to amend China's Patent Law to give greater powers to administrative authorities could slow down the courts with appeals

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