Doing Business in China - Finance and legal issues

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Are you ready for China?

Opportunities and challenges

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Preparing for China

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Vital information for visiting China; Researching the market; Using and managing Chinese consultants

Operational challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Setting up in China; Choosing the right location; Finding premises; Day to day communications; Managing logistics; Managing human resources

Finance and legal issues

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Protecting your intellectual property; Taxes; Banking and getting paid; Getting legal advice and resolving disputes; Corruption and corporate social responsibility; Accounting and auditing requirements; Due diligence and avoiding scams

Communication challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Building relationships; Managing meetings and negotiations; Dealing with government and authorities

Coping with culture and language

Sub navigation - 2nd level: China's culture and protocols; Dealing with language differences; Business etiquette

Manufacturing challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Options for manufacturing; The challenges of manufacturing in China; Finding a manufacturer and location

Sales and marketing challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Getting your products into China; Finding and managing agents and distributors; Direct exports; Marketing

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Finance and legal issues

Banking, taxation, the legal system … it's all different in China. Get your head around finance and legal matters that can't be overlooked.

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Protecting your intellectual property

Protecting IP is a key concern for New Zealand firms in China.

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Taxes

China's complex taxation system calls for local advice.

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Banking and getting paid

To get paid, you'll need to navigate the Chinese banking system.

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Getting legal advice and resolving disputes

China's legal system is complex and constantly changing.

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Corruption and corporate social responsibility

Be on guard - but focus on the positive for better results.

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Accounting and auditing requirements

China's rules require an informed approach to accounting.

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Due diligence and avoiding scams

Performing due diligence is a key part of a China entry strategy.

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