Category: China Expat Briefing

Hainan’s tropical beaches draw visitors year-round. While jellyfish (annoying and occasionally dangerous), are also part of the picture, they’re not a reason to avoid the beach …

China’s Six-Year Rule affects how expats are taxed on global income starting in their seventh year of residence. Learn the 2025 updates, digital tools, and tax planning strategies to stay compliant …

The Hainan Meteorological Bureau forecasts 6–8 tropical cyclones for 2025 flood season, with rainfall and temp trends suggesting slightly worse conditions than 2023 but milder than 2024 …

Plan your May Day trip smartly! Avoid traffic jams on Hainan highways with peak travel tips, scenic detours, and travel advice for a smooth holiday ...

Celebrate May Day holiday with unforgettable budget sightseeing bus tours across Hainan! Take advantage of limited-time special offers on five exclusive routes, plus extra discounts on popular island and rainforest tours …

Hainan continues to face extreme heat, with daytime highs exceeding 37°C across much of the island. Relief is expected later this week as weak cold air brings rainfall and cooler conditions …

The Lyrid meteor shower peaks on April 22–23, lighting up the sky with bright fireballs and ancient cosmic dust. Here's how to watch this spectacular event from Hainan and why it's worth staying up for …

The 2025 Hainan Food and Culture Week kicks off on April 13 at Haikou’s Qilou Old Street, offering a vibrant five-day celebration of local cuisine, cultural performances, and time-honored Chinese and British food traditions …

Starting April 10, Haikou residents aged 20–50 can receive free hepatitis B vaccinations under a public health initiative aimed at reducing HBV infections and related diseases …