# SMEs
Latest news and articles about SMEs
Total: 11 articles found

China Market Regulator Warns Big Firms Over Delayed Payments to SMEs
Market regulators invoke unfair competition rules to curb prolonged payment cycles and protect supply chain liquidity.

China Tightens Disclosure Rules on Listed Firms Overdue Payments to Small Businesses
Regulators require companies to disclose delayed payments in sustainability reports and public credit platforms to ease SME cash flow pressures.

China Targets Corporate Arrears to SMEs with Stricter Payment Rules
Multiple ministries coordinate curbs on extended supplier credit, predatory supply chain platforms, and commercial paper abuse.

China Mandates Stricter Payment Rules to Protect SMEs from Large Corporate Delays
A State Council circular caps digital payment vouchers at six months, mandates cash settlements for central state firms, and steps up disclosures.

China Pledges Market Support and Regional Ties at APEC SME Ministerial
Speaking in Guangzhou, Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing emphasized specialized innovation and promised stability for foreign small enterprises operating in China.

China Unveils Three-Year Plan to Support AI Startups and Solo Developers
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology targets 10,000 new tech SMEs and backs one-person companies.

China Unveils 15th Five-Year Plan to Upgrade SMEs and Deepen Tech Support
Ten ministries set 2030 targets for 22,000 Little Giants, subsidized computing power, and a second national SME fund.

China's Inclusive Loans to Small Businesses Rise 8% in Second Quarter
Official data shows banking and insurance assets continued steady expansion alongside growth in micro-enterprise lending.

China to Host 32nd APEC SME Ministerial Meeting in Guangzhou
The September gathering will focus on digital enablement, technological innovation, and regional cross-border cooperation.

China Moves to Clear Corporate Arrears and Build Next-Gen Networks
Premier Li Qiang chairs a State Council meeting deploying targeted financial tools for corporate debt clearance and approving key administrative drafts.

China Life Expands Enterprise Annuity Coverage in Sichuan and Chongqing
Local pilots for talent and industrial park collective plans help small and medium enterprises access supplementary pensions.