Category: China Expat Briefing

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 ...

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 …

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

Submit photos of incorrect or awkward English on public signs in Hainan and suggest improvements. Top contributors can win a stay at Hilton Haikou ...

China has announced new entry and transit measures for international travellers, including expanded visa-free transit, more direct-transfer airports, online arrival filing, and upgraded clearance systems …

A strong cold wave is sweeping China from north to south, bringing sharp cooling and strong winds. From November 17 to 21, Hainan turns noticeably cooler with cloudy skies, light rain ...

As the autumn-winter flu season sets in, China’s CDC has issued updated flu vaccination guidelines to help the public stay ahead of the virus ...

A new chapter in China's surf tourism industry began this week with the official opening of the Riyue Bay Surf Resort and wave pool, located on Hainan Island’s southeast coast in Wanning ...

A new archaeological discovery in Sanya is reshaping what we know about early human history in southern China. At the Luobi Cave site (落笔洞遗址), researchers have uncovered Hainan’s oldest known burial …