Category: China Expat Briefing

On September 15, China introduced its first set of nationwide regulations specifically designed to govern the housing rental market. The Regulation on Housing Rental, spanning seven chapters and 50 articles, is aimed at addressing long-standing problems in the sector and providing clearer protections for both tenants and landlords ...

Global pop superstar Katy Perry will perform in Haikou on Saturday, November 29, 2025, bringing her Lifetimes Tour to the Wuyuanhe Stadium. The show marks her first appearance on the Chinese mainland in nearly a decade ...

The Qionghai Boao Marathon 2025, set for December 14, has become a tradition for runners looking to close the year on a high note, whether chasing a personal best or just soaking up the atmosphere along Hainan’s scenic coastline ...

Today, Thursday, August 7, 2025, is 立秋 (Lìqiū), the official Start of Autumn in the traditional Chinese calendar. According to this ancient timekeeping system, autumn begins not with falling leaves or cooler temperatures, but with a precise astronomical marker ...

Updates on the dengue and chikungunya outbreaks in Guangzhou as of July 2025, including case numbers, health measures, and travel guidelines from health authorities …

Hainan FTP’s customs closure widens duty-free imports, simplifies clearance, and introduces new financial pilots, key takeaways for businesses ...

As of July 1st, 2025, China Railway has implemented a new train schedule that significantly improves connectivity between Sanya and Shenzhen. The Z8006/7 and Z8008/5 trains, have been extended to reach Sanya Station, providing an overnight journey between these two major cities ...

Typhoon Wipha to bring three more days of heavy rain to southern China, with Hainan and surrounding provinces facing torrential downpours and potential flooding ...

Hainan faces heavy rain, potentially “extremely torrential” in some areas, dangerous winds, and transport disruptions as Typhoon Wipha nears, July 20–22. Stay safe and updated ….