Retail Trade and Distribution

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Hong Kong and Macao investors allowed to be sole owners in the commercial sector.

Acorn International has acquired Yiyang Yukang Communication Equipment, giving Acorn access to new mobile phone products and strengthening its distribution…

“Sale” and “for consideration” defined for consumption tax purposes.

Levy of VAT clarified for mixed sales.

The Implementing Rules clarify the levy of VAT for mixed sales and the definition of "small taxpayer".

“Sale” and “for consideration” defined for consumption tax purposes.

More high-end products subject to consumption tax.

VAT system changed from production-based to consumption-based.