Category: China Expat Briefing

Culture Comes Alive in Haikou at the Hainan Intangible Cultural Heritage Center Promotion Week – Here’s What’s Happening, Event Overview ...

Flood season marks the beginning of a critical period that typically spans from May to November, during which over 85% of the island’s annual rainfall occurs. It also signals the activation of the province’s comprehensive flood control and emergency response measures …

The Nanhuo River site, the most comprehensive Paleolithic site ever found on Hainan, challenges the long-held belief that the island had limited prehistoric occupation. Its discovery reshapes our understanding of early human activity in southern China ...

Schools across Hainan Province will begin their summer holidays in July, with dates varying by education level, according to the academic calendars released by the provincial education authority ...

May 31 to June 2 will see the return of the 2025 “Haikou Cup” International Dragon Boat Invitational, cultural markets, and water sports along Haidianxi …

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 ...