The RCEP’s impacts on China: One step closer to the global stage center
2022 started with a bang with the official entry into force of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP, 区域全面经济伙伴决定). This free trade agreement comprises 15 Asia-Pacific countries (with 10 ASEAN members and 5 non-ASEAN members), with China taking the lead. Claimed as a victory for multilateralism and free trade amid the current global supply-chain disruptions, […]
The China International Import Expo 2021: Sustainability, health and winter sports highlighted for future development
The 4th edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai ended on November 10th. Similar to past years, the Expo acted as a sounding board for reiterating China’s commitment to open up its domestic market to the world economy. President Xi Jinping announced for the first time its intention to hold an import […]
8 steps for foreign brands to leverage Chinese trade fairs and exhibitions
Chinese trade fairs and exhibitions are the most valuable link for foreign brands to expand their network. Many foreign brands in China must rely on local forces to be successful, cooperating with Chinese companies. On the other hands, Chinese trade fairs and exhibitions are an excellent opportunity for domestic companies to “benchmark” with the world’s first-class […]
The rapid growth of China’s IP industry has driven the expansion of IP trading platforms led by Alifish
Intellectual Property (IP) refers to creations of the mind such as designs and symbols that are protected in law. Creators who own IP can obtain recognition or financial benefit accordingly. In the current context, IP can also be extended to film and literature, games and animation that are suitable for multi-dimensional development. With the upgrading […]
12 China business events in 2021 to watch out for
These are the China business events in 2021 to watch out for, in a wide range of industries from seafood to beauty to tech. These 12 events and exhibitions are in greater China, you can find the website links in each description. Canton Fair 2021, China Import and Export Fair Source: Business Insider, Canton Fair […]
The credit insurance market in China
What is credit insurance? Credit insurance is a part of the non-life insurance market. It is a type of insurance where the insurer is liable for the economic loss suffered from failed contracts or failing to pay off debt. Credit insurance in China can protect companies from the risks of trade such as customers failing […]
What to know about the newest special economic zone in China: Xiong’an New Area
What is a special economic zone in China? In the late 1970s and 1980s, the Chinese began experimenting with capitalism by opening up special economic zones in coastal areas. These special areas were allowed special economic rules separate from the rest of the country. For example, foreign investment and companies in these areas faced lower […]
What are investors speculating on the Chinese art market? | Daxue Consulting
China has the second-largest art market in the entire world. According to ArtNet, in 2017 the Chinese art market accounted for 20 percent of total sales in the $57 billion global sectors. However, speculation around Chinese art influences collectors and investors’ confidence, and shape the new trends of the art market in China. Despite the […]
Business intelligence: International trade in China
Trade China: statistics According to a white paper on China’s international trade issued in December, 2011, Chinese international trade has grown at record-breaking speeds. In 1978, the total volume of imports and exports from China amounted to 20.6 billion dollars, ranking 32nd in the world. In 2010, the total volume of imports and exports increased […]