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 launches innovative zones linked to FTZ
Shanghai has taken a pioneering step by introducing the first batch of innovation zones connected with the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, extending the application of beneficiary policies to catalyze development in key areas throughout the city.
- Shanghai leads the way in artwork trade thanks to pilot FTZ's efficiency
- 15 MNC regional headquarters and foreign-funded R&D centers in Pudong certified
- Shanghai issues plan to improve environment for foreign investment
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The China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ), with its pioneering institutional innovations, hosts the world's largest artwork bonded warehouse — the Shanghai International Artworks Bonded Service Center.
Five governing bodies have jointly issued a notice clarifying tax policies for pilot temporary entry repairs in 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".