Many foreign companies which are interested in the investment to mainland China are often faced with such a question – to set a foreign representative office or a wholly-owned foreign company? Which way is suitable for the status quo of the company? l Representative office (hereinafter referred to as “RO”) l Wholly-owned foreign (commercial) company … Read more
Even if you have an agent it is still a good idea to be able to negotiate your way through your own lease negotiations. These points below cover the basic items that you will need to cover before signing your lease. Landlord/Developer – Find out if the property is owned by a Developer or Private … Read more
In China there’s no place for me to be myself except in my home. The moment I step out the door it’s not me. I haven’t changed, but the way people treat me does because of who I am.” So said Yue-Sai Kan the last time we interviewed her back in 2005, which might explain … Read more
All weddings are poignant occasions, but that of Bryan Fine and Lindsey White last month was especially meaningful, as it was also a celebration of the groom’s family history. The couple, both teachers at the Cambridge International Center of Shanghai Normal University, tied the knot in the courtyard of the former Ohel Moshe Synagogue, now … Read more
Despite the progress made in treatment and prevention, hypertension affects over one billion people globally. It has been known for decades as the ‘silent killer’ and is one of the leading risk factors for coronary heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure. Its overall prevalence in the populations of United States, Europe, and China is approximately … Read more
Living in Shanghai is a real challenge: men have to perform outstandingly well at the office, work for long hours handling business across different time zones, be constantly reachable on their smart phones yet still spend time with their families, and try to enjoy the little free time there is left – whilst still getting … Read more