Understanding China’s strategic direction is essential for long-term success in a state-driven, innovation-focused, and politically complex environment. We are experts in decoding political signals, industrial policies, competitive dynamics, and macroeconomic shifts—turning complexity into clarity and actionable strategy.
From industrial strategy to market access, understanding China’s state-led economy and political dynamics is crucial. We provide insights into policy shifts, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environments—equipping you to navigate China’s complex market with confidence.
China’s economy is steered by state ambitions—from industrial priorities to tech innovation and competitive dynamics. We decode the political and regulatory landscape so you can align strategy, manage risk, and seize growth in this complex market.
China’s economy is fundamentally state-led — and that shapes every business decision.
We provide deep insights into China’s evolving business environment and economic trajectory by tracking regulatory shifts, market access changes, and broad macro trends. Our monitoring includes fiscal, monetary, and financial policy as well as overarching macroeconomic developments.
China’s industrial policy is a powerful driver of global tech leadership.
From AI to electric vehicles, China’s national plans, funding priorities, and sector strategies set the pace for innovation. We decode key elements like self-sufficiency drives, subsidies, semiconductor ambitions, and efforts to close the technology gap — ensuring clients can align their investments and R&D with Beijing’s long-term vision.
Technology policy in China is both ambitious and fast-evolving.
We have expertise in cutting-edge areas such as AI, autonomous driving, innovation ecosystems, pilot zones, and breakthrough fields including quantum computing and fusion technology. Our insights enable clients to understand regulatory trends and position themselves effectively in China’s dynamic tech landscape.
Competing in China means facing fast-moving local players backed by policy support. Chinese competitors benefit from scale, speed, and government tailwinds. We help clients analyze local market dynamics, policy influences shaping the competitive landscape, and develop strategies that enable effective positioning in this hyper-competitive environment.
Chinese politics deeply intertwines with business — and understanding this is critical. With our ears and eyes on the ground, we monitor political developments, leadership priorities, and the political system itself to help clients anticipate policy shifts, regulatory risks, and strategic challenges. Navigating this political-business nexus is essential for risk management and opportunity identification.
Market access and foreign investment rules in China are complex and evolving. We provide expert guidance on trade promotion, investment regulation, joint venture frameworks, M&A policies, and China’s openness to foreign direct investment. This ensures clients can navigate regulatory hurdles and seize growth opportunities with clarity and compliance.
Looking for deeper insights into China’s policy landscape? Our expert offers tailored analysis and strategic advice—contact us to explore how we can support your China strategy.
Martin Catarata, project leader and lead researcher, focuses on the geopolitical competition between China and the U.S./EU.
Jingwen Tong, Director, leads risk advisory and strategy projects. She is an expert on China’s regulatory and policy development.
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Working with China raises complex questions—from regulation and compliance to tech trends and geopolitical risk. We’ve gathered answers to the ones we hear most often. If your question isn’t here, reach out anytime — we’re just one conversation away.
Sinolytics is the leading strategy consultancy on China. We offer European and U.S. companies in-depth analysis, customized strategies, and recommendations for well-founded decisions. We bring together market and policy expertise to help clients navigate complexity with clarity. With Geolytics, Sinolytics expands this approach globally while remaining dedicated to its characteristic China focus.
We specialize in the intersection of politics and business. Our diverse team offers deep China expertise, geopolitical insight, and tailored, actionable strategies—independent, precise, and grounded in real-world dynamics.
China is our core, but we also cover Southeast Asia and global geopolitical developments—especially those affecting international business, like U.S.-China-EU relations and supply chain risks.
We advise multinational companies across industries, as well as investors, associations, and public institutions navigating complex China-related challenges.
Absolutely. Every topic we cover — from digital governance to geopolitics — has a dedicated expert at Sinolytics. Just head to our expert overview or get in touch directly for a personal conversation.
Our work spans strategic analysis, policy monitorings, regulatory assessments, geopolitical scenario planning, competitor research, and hands-on support to adapt strategy and operations.
Our team is based in Berlin and Beijing, and also closely connected to key political hubs like Washington (D.C.), Brussels, New Delhi, and beyond—ensuring clients stay informed and prepared.
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