Digital Trade
Total 22 Posts
China E-Commerce Trade Grew 7.1% in 2022
Officials of China's General Administration of Customs (GACC) said last month that in 2022, China's cross-border e-commerce imports and exports exceeded 2 trillion yuan for the first time, an increase of 7.1% over 2021. Its continued expansion may face headwinds as the United States is
Local Chinese Government Issues Supporting Rules for Cross-Border E-Commerce
A district government in Shenzhen has rolled out new measures to support the development of cross-border e-commerce, focusing on "attracting investment, supporting logistical and technological development, strengthening financial services," and other areas, using incentives such as rewards, subsidies and other policy tools.
Facing Trade Headwinds, Beijing Pushes for E-Commerce
A Chinese commerce official recently said that China's trade is facing growing uncertainties. In response, the Chinese government announced several measures to boost trade, including some to facilitate cross-border e-commerce.
MIIT Identifies Adidas and 83 More Apps That Violated User Rights
Recently, China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued a list of 84 apps that have been identified as in violation of Chinese laws and regulations on users' rights and requested them to fix problems within the next week.
Chinese Officials Say Government Will Boost Digital Economy
During a recent meeting on the digital economy at the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), Chinese Vice Premier Liu He said the government will support the development of the digital economy and the listing of tech companies both domestically and abroad. Other members of the CPPCC also
China Issues Draft Regulation on Network Protection for Minors
Recently, China's cyber agency issued a draft of its internet protection regulation for minors, which imposes obligations on tech companies in protecting minors' personal information as well as providing special services to minors.
India Bans 54 Chinese Apps, Citing Privacy, Security Concerns
The Economic Times reported recently that the Indian government has banned over 54 Chinese apps, considering them to be "a threat to privacy and security of Indians." While security is the main issue here, political tensions between the two nations may have amplified the concerns.