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Open, streamlined business environment
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Built on institutional innovation, digital governance and global connectivity, Shanghai further refined its business environment in 2025 — creating a system that offers greater predictability for enterprises and enhanced convenience for investors and travelers alike.
A key milestone came with the advancement of the Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone, China’s first visa-free business zone. Foreign visitors invited by registered enterprises can now enter without prior visa applications and stay for up to 30 days. On-site immigration services, airport-adjacent facilities and seamless links to Pudong International Airport slash time costs and streamline cross-border travel, embodying Shanghai’s ambition to become a high-level gateway for trade and investment.
Within the city, practical reforms elevated the business landscape. The Business Environment 8.0 initiative expanded one-stop services and cut red tape, while digital platforms enable companies to verify compliance, submit applications and claim policy incentives with minimal in-person interactions. “One license, multiple locations” rules eliminate redundant paperwork for businesses operating across districts.
Market supervision evolved into an “unseen but present” model: tools like inspection QR codes consolidated multi-agency inspections into a single visit, minimizing disruption to businesses while boosting transparency. Tailored compliance guidelines were rolled out for fast-growing sectors — from e-commerce and logistics to catering and ACG (anime, comics and gaming) merchandise — helping firms mitigate disputes and raise service standards.
Support for innovation also ramped up. Districts launched targeted initiatives for brain-inspired AI, quality-driven manufacturing, logistics and small retail businesses. Old brands gained better protection through new trade secrets insurance and citywide guidelines.
Shanghai’s focus on stable, fair and international rules helped maintain business confidence. In the first three quarters, the city added more than 1,400 new companies per day.
Today, Shanghai is forging not just a competitive market system, but an open, digital and responsive business ecosystem — solidifying its standing as a global hub for opportunity.
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