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The Asian Beach Games, April 22–30 in Sanya, Here’s Everything you Need to Know

The 6th Asian Beach Games bring 1,790 athletes from 45 nations to Sanya from April 22 to 30, for an accessible, world-class sports event with low ticket prices and venues concentrated all in one coastal district ...

2026 Guide to Registering a Company in Hainan: Address...

A comprehensive 2026 guide to registering a company in Hainan, covering new address rules, compliance requirements, registration steps, and practical options for businesses with or without a physical office …

Experience Hainan’s Intangible Heritage, One Weekend at a Time

Explore Hainan’s intangible heritage through weekend workshops, traditional music, local crafts, and immersive cultural experiences across the island ...

China Post Releases 2026 Year of the Horse Zodiac...

China Post has officially issued its 2026 Bingwu Year (丙午年) zodiac stamps, marking the arrival of the Year of the Horse with a two-stamp special set ...

Cooler, Drier Weather Forecast for Hainan from January 5–9

A dry cold air mass will bring cooler temperatures to Hainan from January 5–9, with clear skies, cool mornings and evenings, and elevated forest fire risk in some areas ...

China’s New VAT Rules (Effective January 1, 2026)

You may have seen headlines about new VAT regulations coming into effect in China from January 1, 2026. For many foreigners living and working in China, the immediate question is “Does this affect me — and if so, how?” Here’s the short, simple answer ...

New National Regulations Taking Effect in 2026: What’s Changing...

An overview of the major Chinese regulations which came into effect on January 1, 2026, including tax changes, property VAT exemptions, credit repair, kindergarten fees, drone penalties, EV energy‑consumption standards, cybersecurity updates, and civil case reforms …

2026 China Public Holiday Schedule: Key Dates to Know

China’s 2026 public holiday schedule, including Spring Festival, Labour Day, National Day, and official make-up workdays ...

Temporary Road Closures in Haikou for New Year’s Eve...

Several roads in Haikou will be subject to temporary traffic controls on December 31, 2025, due to a large New Year’s Eve concert being held in the city ...

A New Direct Flight Puts Hanoi Within Easy Reach...

Hainan Airlines has launched a direct Haikou–Hanoi route, with three weekly flights and a short evening schedule, offering a practical option for Spring Festival 2026 travel ...

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