Chapter 7. Setting Up Shop

Good things come to those who wait. Keep this idea in mind as you go through the process of setting up your company in China. It’s important not just because you need to deal with a lot of paperwork (you do) but also because you need a lot of time to analyze your various decisions.

This chapter primes you for some of the basic issues you have to deal with when establishing a business in China. We look at the business structures available, examine issues related to restrictions and approvals, and provide insight into the various locations in China for establishing a business.