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Follow legal developments in China, Switzerland and the European Union. Understand what has changed, who may be affected and why it matters for cross-border cooperation, responsible business and public rights. Every explanation connects you to its original sources.
The HKSAR Security Bureau and Shenzhen's Port Office jointly announced that the new Huanggang Port building will officially open on October 12, 2026, offering 24-hour clearance for passengers and passenger vehicles while suspending passenger…
Rules in force9 October 2026
At the WTO Committee on Trade and Environment, members discussed practical interoperability for trade-related climate measures, reviewed non-binding guidance on measuring embedded carbon emissions, and received an update on the UK Carbon Border Adjustment…
Status unclear8 October 2026
The Centre for Food Safety in Hong Kong SAR has ordered an immediate suspension of poultry meat and product imports from four US counties and the Isle of Lewis in Scotland following reported outbreaks…
Rules in force7 October 2026
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has issued a policy paper outlining four practical principles for customs administrations to align free trade agreement rules of origin with updated Harmonized System tariff codes ahead of…
Regulatory guidance7 October 2026
The Hong Kong SAR Government has detailed the legal liabilities, statutory insurance protections, and enforcement mechanisms governing autonomous vehicles (AVs) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), particularly regarding cross-border vehicles under the Southbound Travel…
Rules in force7 October 2026
The Hong Kong SAR Government provided details on the planned transition of the cash equities market from a T+2 to a T+1 settlement cycle, including technological infrastructure support for securities firms and targeted investor…
Public consultation7 October 2026
Hong Kong's Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury announced key developments in the SAR's gold market infrastructure, including the trial operation of the Hong Kong Gold Central Clearing and Settlement System, plans for…
Status unclear7 October 2026
In a welcome address at the ESRB's tenth annual conference, ECB President Christine Lagarde detailed the systemic financial stability risks posed by artificial intelligence, focusing on market trading misalignment, cyber resilience, and geopolitical model…
Regulatory guidance7 October 2026
Co-Convenors Canada and Costa Rica, alongside workstream co-facilitators, have announced an updated TESSD work plan targeting MC15. The initiative focuses on trade-related climate measures, environmental goods and services, the circular economy, and exploratory discussions…
Status unclear7 October 2026
In September 2026, WTO members held dedicated reform sessions addressing foundational principles, decision-making, development, and level playing field issues. General Council Chair Clare Kelly and four facilitators reported steady progress, with discussions set to…
Status unclear6 October 2026
The Hong Kong Immigration Department has introduced an enrolment service for the upcoming collaborative inspection and joint clearance mode at the redeveloped Huanggang Port, enabling eligible Hong Kong residents and Mainland visitors to complete…
Rules in force6 October 2026
At its recent meeting, the WTO General Council reviewed progress on WTO institutional reform, dispute settlement, interim arrangements for the Agreement on Electronic Commerce, and the Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement ahead of MC15.
Status unclear6 October 2026
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