China’s latest rules on facial recognition technology introduce mandatory registration for companies handling significant volumes of personal data, alongside a practical guide to compliance In an era where facial recognition technology is increasingly embedded in daily life, from unlocking smartphones to streamlining payments, China has introduced robust regulations to ensure its responsible use. On March 21, 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) and the Ministry of Public Security (MPS) …
Elinor Greenhouse, Senior Adviser, Tech and Innovation at the China-Britain Business Council, explains why UK Innovators should enter the 10th Design Intelligence Award A few days ago, Unitree Robotics captivated audiences with the world’s first robot boxing tournament, a spectacle that showcased the fusion of engineering precision and creative design. This event exemplifies the dynamic innovation landscape in China, where design and technology converge to push boundaries. It also underscores the opportunities …
China’s healthcare market presents alluring opportunities for British businesses and investors, but it is highly regulated and fiercely competitive. To achieve success, businesses must navigate the evolving compliance landscape and respond effectively to market trends. Qian Zhou from Dezan Shira and Associates’ China Briefing offers a guide to the key considerations for British businesses Is China’s healthcare market open to foreign investment? When investing in China’s healthcare market, one of …
A shift in China’s stance on tech regulation presents a host of new opportunities for UK companies in the tech and healthcare spaces, writes Elinor Greenhouse, Senior Adviser, Tech and Innovation, China-Britain Business Council At the conclusion of the Third Plenum in Beijing this week, innovation and the balancing of development and security were set out as some of China’s core strategic priorities. Meanwhile, in Westminster, there has been much …
From registering a trademark in China to protecting it once your business is established, for companies that want to export to China, IPR doesn’t have to be complicated, writes Daniel de Prado, Partner at HFG IP Protecting your trade mark and the distinctive signs and external appearance of your products in China should be one of the first and most crucial steps taken by any company aiming to develop its …
China is still providing support for electric vehicles, but the policies are shifting from carrot to stick, writes Gao Baiyu for China Dialogue The electric vehicle (EV) sector in China, as elsewhere, has benefitted from government support in its early phase as an up-and-coming green industry. The government has been subsidising producers of EVs for public transport, taxis and the consumer market since 2009. Moreover, EV consumers in China have …
The job market for Chinese graduates is currently experiencing a period of turmoil, leading to growing concerns over youth unemployment in the country, writes Robynne Tindall China’s youth unemployment rate rose to a record high of 20.8% in May 2023, breaking the previous record high of 20.4% recorded in April. Over 11.5 million students are set to graduate in June, and many are likely to find themselves struggling to secure …
With a value of over £17 billion and companies like Tencent and NetEase leading the way, China’s e-sports market is ripe with opportunities for British businesses – from technology companies to consumer brands and beyond. Jack Forsdike finds out more It is no secret that China’s games industry is colossal, but there’s also a specific market within the games industry that is becoming too big to be ignored: e-sports. E-sports …
The UK’s higher education institutions regularly work with important data and process sensitive personal information, but if they are to work in or with China, they need to understand and comply with China’s data protection laws too. Here’s how. Over the last decade, laws governing the collection, storage, transfer and usage of data have become a cornerstone of the regulatory environment in many markets, including China. Indeed, with China as …
China is still the largest source of international students for the UK, but with a challenging geopolitical situation and changing priorities for Chinese students, how can UK educational institutions future-proof their dealings with China? The UK is home to some of the world’s leading and most widely respected educational institutions, and this soft power advantage has led the country to become a top study destination for students from all over …