Category Archives: International Trade

Online Store in China – E-Commerce General Overview  How to set up an online store in China – China has now become the largest internet market in the world with more than 800 million internet users and a population penetration rate of 64%. As a result, it has overtaken the US to become the world’s […]

Updated: 11 June 2026 Trading with Australia – Selling to and Buying from Australia Australia remains one of the most stable and attractive markets in the Asia-Pacific region for international trade. It has a strong legal system, a well-regulated banking sector, clear business rules, and a mature consumer market. Australia has a population of approximately […]

China Trade Mark Service – Intellectual Property Protection China Trademark – Intellectual property rights infringement is common in China.  Registering your intellectual property and Trademark is essential.  The registration process for a trademark application in China can take up to 18 months. Products can only be protected once the application process has been completed.  Companies […]

How to avoid trade issues with China during its New Year Celebrations –The year of the dog (2018) is coming to a close and 2019 will ring in the year of the Pig. For most companies who are selling into or buying from China this time of year can bring a lot of stress across […]

Mandarin Selling to Taiwan – Overview Selling to Taiwan – Taiwan, also known as Taipei or the Republic of China (ROC), is a highly developed economy that is strategically located in the Asia Pacific region. It is a well-regulated market with strong IP protection. It is a stable economy and is the 21st-largest importer in […]

China Sales Strategy & Tips for Companies selling into China China Sales Strategy – China is becoming part of every company’s international sales strategy.  Over my 15 years of working with companies in China, I have found it very intriguing to see the pendulum swing from foreign companies wanting to source from China to now […]

Selling to India – Overview Updated and fact-checked: 12 August 2026 India offers substantial opportunities for international companies, but it should not be treated as one uniform market. Product rules, taxes, customer expectations, languages, logistics and routes to market can differ by sector and location. Success usually depends on careful preparation, a capable local partner […]

Exporting to Nigeria – Overview Exporting to Nigeria – Nigeria is Africa’s largest market and biggest oil producer. Oil accounts for 90% of Nigeria’s export revenues. More than 110 million Nigerians live below the poverty line. Nigeria plays an important leadership role in both West Africa and the African continent. Nigeria is 31st in the World […]

Trading with Japan – Overview Trading with Japan, it is the high-tech powerhouse economy of Asia. Last year, it made up just over 4% of the World’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) (source: Global Economy). It is ranked as the 3rd largest economy in the world (source: the World Bank). Japan has a stable government, strong rules of […]

Doing Business in Malaysia – An Overview Doing Business in Malaysia. Since gaining independence in 1957, Malaysia has evolved from an economy focused on agriculture and commodities to one with a strong manufacturing and services sector. The country is now a leading exporter of electrical appliances and electronic components, making it a prime location for […]