China Public Holiday 2025 Schedule - China Briefing
Nov 12, 2024 · Starting January 1, 2025, there will be some notable changes to public holidays compared to 2024. The total number of holidays for all citizens will increase by two days, with one additional day added to both the Spring Festival and Labor Day. The State Council has also decided to optimize the holiday arrangements further.
China Permanent Residence Application: The Process in Shanghai
UPDATE (September 20, 2023): China will issue an upgraded version of the Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card from December 1, 2023, with design improvements and enhanced functionality. Key changes include a new design with a five-star element, advanced security features, an extended 18-digit card number, and increased functionality for managing personal affairs online.
Understanding China’s Key Economy Indicators for Q3 2024
Oct 24, 2024 · China’s economy faced significant headwinds throughout the third quarter (Q3) of 2024, yet still managed to avoid a severe downturn thanks to an unexpected rebound in September.While economic indicators in July and August pointed toward a potential contraction—largely driven by a persistent slump in the real estate sector, weak consumer demand, and fiscal strain on local governments ...
Decoding China's Import-Export Trends 2024-25 - China Briefing
On November 7, 2024, the General Administration of Customs (GAC) released statistics showing that China’s goods exports in October far exceeded expectations. Exports increased by 11.2 percent year-on-year in RMB terms and 12.7 percent in dollar terms, marking the largest expansion since March 2023.
Trump 2.0: What Does it Mean for China? - China Briefing
Nov 7, 2024 · Trump has rebuked the DOJ’s decision to shut down the program. He has stated that upon winning the election,“efforts [to curtail China’s ability to conduct espionage in the US] will be expanded in a very, very big way”, and that the …
2024 Guidelines for Foreigners to Live and Work in China
Feb 6, 2024 · Foreign travelers can make hotel reservations online using the Ctrip International version Trip.com APP or by contacting hotels via phone. It’s important to note that some hotels may have limitations and might not be able to accommodate foreign guests, so it’s advisable to inquire in advance about their policies regarding foreign guests.. Upon check-in at the hotel, guests are required to ...
China-India Economic Ties: Trade, Investment, and Opportunities
Oct 11, 2024 · According to the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil), from the fiscal year 2018 to 2022 (April to March), India’s imports of APIs and pharmaceutical intermediates from China were US$2.4 billion, US$2.32 billion, US$2.62 billion, US$3.13 billion, and US$3.18 billion, respectively.During the same period, India’s total imports of APIs and pharmaceutical ...
China International Import Expo (CIIE) 2024: A Complete Guide
Oct 21, 2024 · The 2024 China International Import Expo (CIIE), scheduled for November 5-10, marks the 7th edition of this influential event.As China’s foremost expo dedicated to imports, it continues to attract global attention, offering unparalleled opportunities for foreign companies seeking to tap into one of the largest consumer markets in the world.
US-China Relations in the Biden Era: A Timeline - China Briefing
Dec 9, 2024 · On January 20, 2021, Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46 th president of the United States, offering a chance to change the course of US-China relations, which had hit a low point under the outgoing Trump administration.. The four years witnessed escalating trade tensions culminating in a trade war and sanctions on Chinese technology companies.
China’s New Renewable Energy Plan: Key Insights for Businesses
Nov 26, 2024 · China is reshaping the global energy landscape, setting its sights on an ambitious transformation driven by renewable energy. In its latest move, on October 30, 2024, the Chinese government unveiled the Guiding Opinions on Vigorously Implementing the Renewable Energy Substitution Initiative (hereinafter the “new renewable energy plan”) to accelerate renewable energy consumption.