K visa launched to attract STEM talent

Sep 16, 2025

China's newly introduced K visa, designed for young professionals specializing in science and technology, has been praised by industry experts, think tanks and researchers as a timely step in attracting international STEM talent, enhancing exchanges and injecting fresh momentum into innovation.

China set to revise Foreign Trade Law to address challenges

Sep 10, 2025

Lawmakers in China are reviewing a draft revision to the country's Foreign Trade Law, which seeks to elevate multiple reform measures into national legislation in response to a rapidly evolving global trading landscape and ongoing domestic economic reforms.

Policies concerning expats, foreign enterprises in August 2025

Sep 2, 2025

Zhejiang to expand in-store tax refunds for tourists

Aug 26, 2025

Zhejiang province is accelerating efforts to introduce departure tax refunds on an "in-store" basis, according to a notice jointly issued by seven provincial departments, including the Zhejiang Provincial Department of Culture, Radio, Television, and Tourism.

China Life Tips: Instant tax refunds redouble shopping fun

Aug 20, 2025

In the first half of this year, China recorded 13.64 million visa-free visits by foreign tourists, a 53.9 percent increase compared to the same period last year. This reflects efforts to improve the travel experience, including updates to departure tax refund policies.

China to launch K visa for young science, technology talent

Aug 19, 2025

A guide to departure tax refunds in Zhejiang

Aug 6, 2025

Since Dec 1, 2020, overseas visitors have been eligible for a departure tax refund when shopping in Zhejiang province.