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China Trade Guide

Recurring issues in trade with China, covered with the practical clarity the work actually requires.

Preparing for an audit team from China: 7 rules for working with your interpreter

In CCC and supplier audits, some findings stem not from technical gaps but from meaning lost between question and answer. What to do before the audit.

8 September 2026 · 5 min read

Sourcing

Six points to settle before placing an order

Most problems after an order stem from a handful of points that were never discussed in time. The clauses that belong in the contract.

18 August 2026 · 4 min read

Official Documents

Sworn translation, notary certification and apostille: which applies when?

Three separate procedures, three separate authorities. The institution requesting the document decides which one applies.

29 July 2026 · 4 min read

Communication

Five habits that make working with Chinese suppliers easier

The same messages produce very different results depending on their order and form. A few rules that work in practice.

24 June 2026 · 4 min read

Production

From sample approval to mass production: what to watch

The gap between the approved sample and the delivered batch usually comes from an incomplete definition rather than bad faith.

20 May 2026 · 4 min read

These articles are for general information and do not constitute legal advice.