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3、 in the report.2025 European Union Chamber of Commerce in China,all rights reserved.This study may not be reproduced either in part or in full without prior written consent of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China.European ChamberTABLE OF CONTENTS ExECUtivE SUmmary.11 rECord nUmbErS rEport
4、 doing bUSinESS bECamE morE diffiCUlt aS profitability UndErWHElmS.31.1 Record numbers say doing business in China became more difficult.3 1.2 In the face of mounting challenges,bottom lines take a hit.5 1.3 The importance of China for global profits diminished.7 1.4 Growth and profitability outlook
5、 deteriorates and competitive pressure remains high.8 2 markEt aCCESS and rEgUlatory landSCapE WorSEnS for many.112.1 Lost business due to market access and regulatory barriers highest on record.11 2.2 Market access:One economy,two systems.13 2.3 Limited market access not the only factor subduing in
6、vestment appetite.15 2.4 Level playing field:Outlook varies substantially by sector.17 2.5 Rise in regulatory barriers expected by many.18 2.6 Frequent IPR infringements a challenge for a minority.21 2.7 CBDT rules continue to cause headaches.21 3 tHE politiCiSation of bUSinESS intEnSifiES.25 3.1 Bu