The China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone (SHFTZ), located in Pudong New Area, is a regional free trade zone founded on Sept 29, 2013 and originally consisted of Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone, Waigaoqiao Free Trade Logistics Park, Yangshan Free Trade Port Area and Pudong Airport Free Trade Zone. The State Council decided on Dec 28, 2014 to expand SHFTZ by incorporating Lujiazui Financial Area, Jinqiao Development Subzone, and Zhangjiang High Tech Subzone, enlarging the SHFTZ from 28.78 square kilometers to 120.72 square kilometers.
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Shanghai prepares cultural, visual feast for global tourists
With the Year of the Snake right around the corner, Shanghai has prepared a cultural and artistic feast for visitors worldwide.
- Shanghai Customs rolls out key measures to boost foreign trade
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- Pudong New Area unveils 2024 economic achievements and 2025 development goals
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To further optimize the business environment at the port and streamline customs clearances, Shanghai Customs has rolled out a raft of 26 new measures designed to accelerate the development of the city's "Five Centers" initiative.
Shanghai has announced plans to allow the establishment of wholly foreign-owned hospitals within the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone.
Service Centers for offering consulting services and handling affairs of businesses registered in China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone.
A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates
To support foreign business expats working and residing in China, the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, in collaboration with relevant departments, has developed the 2024 edition of "A Guide to Working and Living in China as Business Expatriates".