China as an opportunity for German companies – tax and the legal situation 

The People’s Republic is currently implementing its Made in China 2025 strategy and intensifying its economic transformation and the modernisation of the country. China intends to become the leading industrialised nation and offers foreign companies in the Far East excellent investment opportunities. For example, China is planning to make direct investments easier – an opportunity for German companies.     

Key points in brief     

  • The cultural differences between China and Germany are large, and when doing deals, transactions and M&A there are particular ways of doing things.     
  • The tax and legal conditions for deals and M&A are fundamentally different from those in Europe. As a member of the Grant Thornton network, our experts offer local assistance on the spot.    
  • Fluent language skills are a must-have in the Middle Kingdom. Our local partners are native speakers who speak on behalf of German companies.     
  • Chinese employment regulations and legislation must be observed.

China – the most populous market in the world 

At 1.4 billion inhabitants, China is the most populous country in the world – an enormous sales market and as such an opportunity for German companies to increase their economic potential. As a country with an affinity for technology and that loves innovation, China is becoming ever more interesting to German investors.

Challenges and solutions 

Entering the Chinese market is accompanied by some challenges, however. These include protecting intellectual property, dealing with the legal and administrative systems, and business practices. We are a member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd – our experts in China ensure than your business is legally watertight and as safe as possible.

We’re there when you need us and provide advisory in the following areas:     

  • Audits of consolidated and annual financial statements
  • Audits/review reporting packages     
  • Tax issues
  • Outsourcing services     
  • Financial and tax due diligence     
  • M&A     
  • founding companies and     
  • forensic services.

Contact us with no commitment.

Are you planning to venture into China? Or are you already operating there? Do you need advice on the best way to do business in China? Han Yang has excellent contacts in Chinese business circles and relevant institutions. Take advantage of her expertise and feel free to contact her with your questions, with no commitment on your part.

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