What is a wholly foreign-owned enterprise and what are the relevant requirements?

Legal analysis: A wholly foreign-owned enterprise refers to an enterprise established in China by foreign companies, enterprises, other economic organizations or individuals in accordance with the laws of China, with all its capital invested by foreign investors.

Legal basis: Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) on Foreign-funded Enterprises.

Article 2 The term "sole proprietorship enterprise" as mentioned in this Law refers to a business unit established in China in accordance with this Law, which is invested by a natural person, and its property is owned by the investor, who shall bear unlimited liability for the debts of the enterprise with his personal property.

Article 3 A sole proprietorship enterprise shall take the place where its main office is located as its domicile.

Article 4 When engaging in business activities, a sole proprietorship enterprise must abide by laws and administrative regulations, follow the principle of good faith, and may not harm the public interests. A sole proprietorship enterprise shall fulfill its tax payment obligations according to law.

Article 5 The state protects the property and other lawful rights and interests of a sole proprietorship enterprise according to law.

Article 6 A sole proprietorship enterprise shall recruit employees according to law. The legitimate rights and interests of workers are protected by law. The employees of a sole proprietorship enterprise shall establish trade unions according to law, and the trade unions shall carry out activities according to law.

Article 7 party member is a Chinese producer in a sole proprietorship enterprise and conducts its activities in accordance with the articles of association of the Chinese producer.