While China’s e-commerce market presents a huge opportunity for foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs), there are a number of often complex restrictions that FIEs should be aware of.

 There is a distinct shift in how organisations are now viewing cybersecurity, with forward-thinking organisations understanding that an investment in cybersecurity and privacy solutions can facilitate business growth and foster innovation.

The Law of the PRC on Management over Foreign NGOs’ Activities in China (Foreign NGO Law), took effect on 1st January, 2017.

First coming into effect in 2003, the SME Promotion Act underwent a recent revision in late 2016.

 European SMEs are traditionally strong in the development of new technologies and providing related services.

Held on 14th December, the Chamber’s annual conference, Globalisation in Retreat: Risks and Opportunities for China, was an intriguing event.

On 7th November, 2016, the Chinese authorities passed a new Cybersecurity Law that will have significant ramifications for the operations of European businesses

On 25th November, 2016, the European Chamber Nanjing Chapter hosted its 3rd CSR Awards, gathering prominent leaders and CSR practitioners from all over China.

Discipline, anti-corruption and policy implementation

The Chinese market has seen many changes in 2016, opening up new opportunities for European small businesses while demanding even more advanced local knowledge and experience.