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Provisions of Shanghai Municipality on Encouraging the Establishment of Foreign-invested Research and Development Centers

Shanghai has updated policies that support foreign-funded R&D centers. The goal is to further open up, strengthen the city's position as a global innovation hub, and attract more international R&D resources.

Issuing Authority: Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce

Issued on: Nov 25, 2025

Effective Date: Dec 1, 2025-Nov 30, 2030

Applicable Area: Municipality-wide

Type: Local Policy


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