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China’s New Export Regulations: Cross-border Trade Compliance and “Trading-as-Agent” Risk Strategies

China’s New Export Regulations: Cross-border Trade Compliance and “Trading-as-Agent” Risk Strategies
Date and Time
31 December 2026 | 14:30 - 17:30
Location
Chamber Theatre, 22/F United Centre
Language
Cantonese

Details

As Chinese Mainland strengthens regulatory oversight of cross-border trade—particularly “trading-as-agent export” arrangements—Hong Kong businesses are facing increasing compliance risks in their Mainland-related operations. Practices that were once common may now lead to customs, tax, and foreign exchange challenges under the evolving regulatory framework, potentially affecting business stability and continuity. This workshop will examine Chinese Mainland’s latest export regulations, including the key implications of the 2025 Joint Announcement No. 8. Through policy insights, case studies, and practical guidance, participants will be equipped to reassess their trade structures and implement effective compliance strategies. Key Challenges Is your business facing any of the following challenges? • Reliance on third-party export arrangements or “trading-as-agent export” structures with unclear compliance standing • Increasing scrutiny from Mainland customs and tax authorities, affecting export tax refunds and settlement arrangements • Limited clarity on Chinese Mainland’s export qualification requirements and regulatory expectations • Difficulty balancing regulatory compliance with operational efficiency and cost control What You Will Gain By attending this workshop, participants will: • Understand Chinese Mainland’s latest export regulatory framework and its impact on cross-border operations • Identify compliance risks associated with “trading-as-agent export” arrangements • Compare different export models (agency export vs. own-name export) in terms of compliance and feasibility • Develop practical strategies to restructure cross-border trade arrangements in line with Mainland regulations • Establish internal compliance review and risk management frameworks Programme Outline Part 1: Policy Background and Risk Assessment in Mainland China 1.1 Key interpretation of the 2025 Joint Announcement No. 8 1.2 1.2 Common cross-border trade structures used by Hong Kong businesses 1.3 1.3 Key compliance risks: legal, tax, and foreign exchange considerations Part 2: Export Models – Comparison and Selection 2.1 “Trading-as-agent export” (under stricter regulation) vs. agency export vs. own-name export 2.2 Implications and suitability of each model for Hong Kong businesses Part 3: Compliance Risks and Case Analysis 3.1 Typical operating model and risk points of “trading-as-agent export” 3.2 Legal liabilities, tax exposures, and foreign exchange control risks 3.3 Case study: Chinese Mainland enforcement cases (including Shenzhen examples) Part 4: Practical Compliance Transformation 4.1 Compliant export structures available to Hong Kong businesses:       • Operating through a Mainland entity       • Engaging licensed and compliant export agents       • Restructuring supply chain and customs declaration arrangements 4.2 Key documentation and customs compliance requirements Part 5: Action Planning and Self-Assessment Framework 5.1 Internal compliance checklist for cross-border trade operations 5.2 Next steps and priority actions for implementation Who Should Attend This workshop is suitable for: • Senior management of Hong Kong and foreign-invested companies engaged in trade with Chinese Mainland • Finance directors, tax and compliance professionals • Cross-border trade practitioners and supply chain managers ________________________________________________________________________________ Follow us on LinkedIn: HKGCC Training Academy ________________________________________________________________________________

Speaker

Mary Ma, CMA, CTA

Partner, Supermary Management Consulting (Shenzhen) Co Ltd

Partner, Shenzhen Xin Jiubo Accounting Firm

Partner, Shenzhen Zunye Tax Agency Ltd

Mary Ma is a former Project Manager at a major domestic accounting firm and Chief Financial Officer of the mainland subsidiary of a Hong Kong-listed company. With 15 years of dedicated experience in serving foreign enterprises, she specializes in "bringing in" financial and tax consulting services. Ms Ma has provided compliance consulting services to over 100 foreign companies and multinational enterprises, serving as a comprehensive corporate advisor from the initial stage of establishing companies in the mainland market to introducing capital operations, offering rich practical experience throughout the entire process. She excels at making reasonable use of national policies to help clients develop compliant tax planning strategies.

Enquiries

Kenneth Wong

Tel:
28231282

Notes

- Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of payment, on a first come first served basis. - Booking transfer is allowed for corporate members with advanced notice, walk-ins are normally not accepted. - The Chamber reserves the right to decline any booking or cancel the event. In such case, a full refund of the participation fee will be issued. - No refund will be made for last minute cancellations or no-shows. If the booking is cancelled at least 7 days before the event, and in such cases the refund will be subjected to a 10% administration fee, or HK$100 deduction, whichever is higher. - Members paying with their BOC HKGCC Visa Card will enjoy a 30% discount on their reservation. The discount is only applicable to the card holder, and does not extend to their guests. The discount cannot be used in conjunction with Chamber Coupons. - A $60 handling fee per person will be charged for all offline bookings (e.g. fax, e-mail, post) for all Chamber events. Go online today by downloading our app or registering on the HKGCC website to save the environment and money. - Priority is given to corporate members. The decision to accept or decline any booking shall be at sole discretion of the Chamber. - The Chamber reserves the right to take photos and/or video recordings during the event. By attending, participants agree to the Chamber doing so, and that the Chamber may use such materials for archival, publicity, and marketing purposes. - Participants agree to indemnify the Chamber and the hosting party all liabilities for property damage, physical injury or death in relation to this event. Participants are advised to take their own insurance against all risks.

DISCLAIMER

Speakers' presentations at this event are intended for educational purposes only and do not replace independent professional judgment. Statements of fact and opinions expressed during this event are those of the speakers and participants and, unless expressly stated to the contrary, are not the opinion or position of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, its members, or its committees. The Chamber does not endorse or approve, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, accuracy or completeness of the information presented. Attendees should note that, with the approval of speakers, this event may be recorded, and possibly published on the Chamber's website in audio and/or video formats without further notice. Recording, duplication or distribution of the contents of the online event is prohibited without prior written permission from the Chamber.

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