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Practical guides on importing from China, company formation, trade fairs, shipping and investing in the Chinese market.
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E-commerce· 9 min read
Do You Need a Company in China for E-commerce? When It Pays
Buying on AliExpress, buying direct from the factory, or owning an entity in China: when each is worth it for an online store, what each really costs, and the order to grow through them.
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Industries and sectors· 7 min read
China Innovation: How the World's Factory Became an R&D Hub
Chinese companies now lead global output in most advanced industries and spend close to US levels on R&D. Here is what that shift means for how you source, price and protect products from China.
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Importing from China· 8 min read
Free Trade Zones in China: How Importers and Exporters Use Them
Free trade zones in China let you store, relabel, consolidate and re-export goods with duties deferred. Learn what a zone really offers, which activities are allowed and how to decide whether one fits your supply chain.
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Industries and sectors· 9 min read
What the China EV Market Teaches Automakers and Importers
Battery electric cars went from about 5% to about 27% of new car sales in China in four years, while Europe and the US lagged. Here is why, the three lessons Western automakers draw, and what they mean for Gulf importers.
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Company formation in China· 8 min read
How to Establish a Successful Trading Company in China
A foreign-owned trading company lets you buy, sell, import and export in China under your own name. Here is what it can do, what the rules require today, which documents you need and how to set it up without delays.
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Suppliers and sourcing· 10 min read
How to Find Reliable Suppliers in China: A Step-by-Step Guide
Where to look for Chinese factories, how to verify one before you send a deposit, how to negotiate a contract that holds, and how to keep the supplier performing after the first order.
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Business culture and negotiation· 8 min read
How to Negotiate with Chinese Companies: Practical Tips
Negotiating in China rewards patience, preparation and relationships, but it also punishes loose contracts. Learn how Chinese negotiators think and how to secure price, terms and quality.
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Importing from China· 9 min read
Commercial Disputes When Importing from China: A Practical Checklist
Most commercial disputes when importing from China are decided before the order is placed. This checklist covers the contract, inspections, negotiation, arbitration and enforcement, with three clauses you can adapt.
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Shipping and logistics· 8 min read
How to Choose a Reliable Shipping Agent in China
A good shipping agent in China books your cargo, clears export customs and fixes problems before they cost you. Here is how to define what you need, what to ask, how to compare quotes and which warning signs to walk away from.
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Suppliers and sourcing· 8 min read
How to Choose the Right Chinese Supplier for Your Business
The supplier you pick decides your product quality, costs and delivery dates. This guide walks you through defining your needs, finding and vetting Chinese suppliers, negotiating terms and testing them with a trial order.
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Suppliers and sourcing· 10 min read
How to Manage Stock-Outs and a Supplier Shutdown in China
When a Chinese factory stops shipping, the first 72 hours decide how much business you lose. This guide explains why supply crises happen and gives you a step-by-step response plan.
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Industries and sectors· 8 min read
Made in China 2025: What China's Industrial Plan Means for Importers
Made in China 2025 set out to turn the world's factory into a high-tech industrial power. Here is what the plan covered, what changed in Chinese factories, and how importers can use it.
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