Setting Up in Yancheng: U.S. Founders Need Local Lawyers to Navigate the Maze
Yancheng on the Radar: Why U.S. Founders Are Looking East It’s May 2026, and the conversation among U.S. entrepreneurs eyeing China isn’t just about Shanghai or Shenzhen anymore. Cities like Yancheng in Jiangsu province are popping up on the map—offering industrial zones, logistics access, and a lower cost base. But here’s the thing: setting up a multinational company in a new Chinese city isn’t just about filing paperwork. It’s about understanding the local rules, the unwritten norms, and having someone on the ground who knows how to navigate the system without stepping on landmines. ...