What’s in it for you?

When the Chinese government first announced the Pilot FTZ in Shanghai, there was much excitement as many were keen to find out what kind of benefits the new rules would bring to their industries. The initial euphoria passed quickly, leaving most regular businesses disillusioned. From what has been published so far, it seems that only […]

Shanghai PFTZ: the Facts

Let us answer your questions about the new Shanghai Pilot Free Trade Zone (PFTZ)     What’s new for foreign investors? Foreign-Invested Enterprises (FIEs) enjoy the same treatment as Chinese companies throughout the pre-establishment period of their business. They can set up without approval of the Ministry of Commerce, as long the industry is not […]