- China’s Ministry of Finance issued Announcement No. 9/2026 on the scope of VAT.
- Goods subject to the 9% VAT rate include various agricultural products, utilities, fuels, publications, and agricultural supplies.
- VAT also applies to certain services, intangible assets, and real estate transactions, such as transportation, installation, exhibitions, and land use rights.
- The announcement took effect on January 1, 2026.
Source: news.bloombergtax.com
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