Beijing Deploys Unorthodox Methods in Expanded Tax Dragnet
Ahmad Abbas
January 14, 2026
Beijing’s tax crackdown uses AI surveillance and self-reporting to chase $940B in offshore assets, but can’t verify amounts.
Tag: china
Empowering Partnerships: How Globevisa’s Model Drives Collaborative Growth in 2025
Partner Content
July 31, 2025
In 2025 alone, Globevisa launched 17 new offices on six continents, deepening its presence in every major global mobility market.
Once Highly Favored by China’s Affluent Class, The Hukou of Tier-1 Cities May Now Face the Prospect of Being “Renounced”
Luc Lu
June 27, 2025
The hukou once symbolized success and prestige. Luc Lu explains why that’s starting to change for China’s elite.
Wealthy Chinese Emigrants Pivot Away from US – “Even Russia” Now on Their Radar
Moustafa Daly
May 26, 2025
US ‘bullying’ turning off Chinese emigrants as other countries gain favor, says Henry Fan
Is China Still a Viable Market for Investment Migration?
Partner Content
April 23, 2025
Despite China’s market potential, many investment migration firms exit after minimal results, facing issues that IMI-Asia can help address.
Accelerate Your Entry into China’s Investment Migration Market with IMI-Asia Membership
Partner Content
April 8, 2025
Unsure how to enter the Chinese market? IMI-Asia provides targeted resources, market intelligence, and strategic connections for international success.
The Known Unknowns of Investment Migration in 2025
Ahmad Abbas
December 19, 2024
David Lesperance lists his 2025 predictions for investment migration, covering both “known and unknown knowns” of the global market for RCBI.
“Over 100 Inquiries on 1st Day” of New Hong Kong CIES Golden Visa
Christian Henrik Nesheim
March 4, 2024
The government has also issued detailed stipulations for how investors must allocate the HKD 30 million.
What You Need to Know About China’s Investment Migration Market in 2023: Wailian, Crackdowns, and Surging Demand
Luc Lu
September 18, 2023
Chinese IM market insider Luc Lu explains what’s happening in the Chinese market and how international firms should interpret the Wailian case.
Should Chinese RCBI Investors Be Worried? Wailian Raid, Chinese Officials in Vanuatu Are Smoke Signals
David Lesperance
September 7, 2023
Was the Wailian case really only about capital controls? Assuming so is to engage in “magical thinking,” writes David Lesperance.
The “Chilling Effect” of Wailian Boss’ Arrest: China’s Investment Migration Market on Tenterhooks
Mona Shah
August 25, 2023
“This financial fracas will sweep up a lot of players,” write Mona Shah and Rebecca Singh, who believe the Wailian arrests are part of a broader effort.
Wailian Group President and Team Arrested in Shanghai Over Capital Control Evasion Allegations
Christian Henrik Nesheim
August 10, 2023
The boss of one of the world’s biggest IM firms has been arrested, accused of helping clients illegally move over RMB 100 million abroad.
Russians Excluded from Migration Programs and Banking in the West Should Consider Hong Kong
Stephen D. Barnes
May 30, 2023
Great power games have cut Russians off from of banking and immigration in many countries. Hong Kong, however, has left the door open, writes Stephen Barnes.
The 4 Factors Driving China’s Investment Migration Market Rebound
Luc Lu
September 29, 2022
Dormant during the pandemic, China’s investment migration market is reviving. Four domestic stressors are driving the rebound, writes Luc Lu.
Chinese Investor Migrant Data 2021: Application Volume Still Far Below 2019 Levels
Christian Henrik Nesheim
June 27, 2022
While contours of a recovery from 2020’s drop in Chinese IM program participation are becoming apparent, the market remains in the doldrums.
Under Lockdown, a Hunger for Freedom Spurs Rebound in China’s Investment Migration Market
Luc Lu
April 18, 2022
Hundreds of millions of Chinese are under an iron- and ham-fisted lockdown. Their yearning for freedom is reviving the market for migration.
Figures Reveal Sharp Drop in Number of Chinese Investor Migrants Since 2019
Christian Henrik Nesheim
November 29, 2021
It’s not just you. Chinese investor migrants really ARE becoming fewer and farther between, according to the most recent data.
Dominica Gets Visa-Free Travel to China, Salvadorian President Confirms $100k “Volcano Bond” PR-Program
Christian Henrik Nesheim
November 23, 2021
Dominica seals visa-free deal with China. El Salvador will offer US$100,000 golden visa with path to citizenship by volcano-bond investment.
Where Are All the Chinese Applicants? The 3 Factors Killing the Mainland IM Market
Christian Henrik Nesheim
November 8, 2021
Until recently the world’s undisputedly largest source of investor migrants, China’s IM market has become a shadow of its former self. Why?
Why Considering a Country’s Diplomatic Ties is Crucial When Selecting a CBI Program
Justin Donovan
August 4, 2021
Can you rely on your new country to act in your best interest when the vicissitudes of geopolitics put them on the spot, asks Justin Donovan.