Western graduates head to China for Internships
In a crowded job market, having work experience in China on your résumé can make a big difference. Recent graduates in industries from engineering to finance in both Europe and the U.S. are making...
View ArticleHow to use a Chinese toilet when a 5-star one is missing?
As an expat you are most likely to face the problem of having to use a Chinese toilet once in a while (This is also called a squat toilet). Although you can find a lot normal toilets in most hotels,...
View ArticleYouku for Dummies
As you know (or you may discover very soon), Youtube does not work in China but you can still watch videos thanks to a chinese youtubelike named Youku (www.youku.com). Youku has almost the same design...
View ArticleCarlsberg and Chongqing Brewery
Carslberg announced to raise stake in the Chongqing Brewery, the second leader in the Chongqing beer market. Carlsberg Brewery has launched a partial takeover bid valued at 2.65 billion for 30.31...
View ArticleRemote control for airconditioning in China
The airconditiong is essential in China. In winter time we (weird enough) use it to warm up the house and in the summer time… we just cannot live without it. So instead of staring at your A/C remote...
View ArticleHow to get haircut in China
The list below can definitely help you if you want the same haircut as home. These basic words can help you to explain your wishes. Most of the Chinese hairdressers don’t speak English so it is very...
View ArticleChina Lottery
Winning the lottery is a dream for many foreigners. Buy a ticket for $2, wake up the next week as a millionaire. We’ve all had that same kind of dream before and it’s no surprise to find out that the...
View ArticleHow to open a bank account in China ?
How to open a bank account in China ? If you are to stay in China for a long period of time, opening a Chinese bank account will make your life much easier and the procedure is quite easy. 1)...
View ArticleGetting your RMB out of China
As an expat living in China, you are probably earning your salary in RMB. Due to rise of the RMB this is quite beneficial for you. Then there is the moment you want to go back to your home country, no...
View ArticleProfit Repatriation
Profit repatriation Introduction Finding the most efficient way to repatriate your company’s profits is essential for any firm operating in China. The following article will give general guidelines...
View Article10 Ways to Build Your Network of China Business Contacts
Few international business people have a large, established network of China contacts. But a strong network is key to China business success. Here are ten ways you can build your contact list. 1) Look...
View ArticleSocial welfare benefits for Chinese employees
Social welfare benefits for Chinese employees Your business plan is ready and you have a nice office setup, now it is time to get started and execute your plans. As a start-up company, you could be...
View ArticleThe new Chinese visa policy
The new Chinese visa policy Over the last decade, the number of foreigners entering and living in China has been growing at an increasing rate. Whether you come to China for traveling, business...
View ArticleHow to capitalize on the services of the EU SME Centre
On 28 February 2013, the European Chamber of commerce in Southwest China and the EU SME Centre will be holding an English seminar about “How to capitalize on the services of the EU SME Centre” . Market...
View ArticleCarlsberg and Chongqing Brewery
Carslberg announced to raise stake in the Chongqing Brewery, the second leader in the Chongqing beer market. Carlsberg Brewery has launched a partial takeover bid valued at 2.65 billion for 30.31...
View ArticleRemote control for airconditioning in China
The airconditiong is essential in China. In winter time we (weird enough) use it to warm up the house and in the summer time… we just cannot live without it. So instead of staring at your A/C remote...
View ArticleOverseas money transfer into China
Overseas money transfer into China Setting up your business in China is far from easy and there are a lot of things you need to take into account. In a previous post we discussed ways to transfer your...
View ArticleIntellectual Property in China
The protection of intellectual property is always a hot topic and a major concern of many companies they start their businesses in China. Over the past decade, China took some measures to improve the...
View Article10 Ways to Build Your Network of China Business Contacts
Few international business people have a large, established network of China contacts. But a strong network is key to China business success. Here are ten ways you can build your contact list. 1) Look...
View ArticleHow to understand Guanxi
How to understand Guanxi Whenever you read or hear about China you cannot get around the Chinese word Guanxi (关系). For non- Chinese it is difficult to understand what this little word really stands...
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