The business scope of all industries in China is strictly and precisely defined. A foreign-funded enterprise can only carry out business activities within its permitted business scope, which will be indicated on the business license. If any modification is required, an application should be made and approved. Of course, there is a need to negotiate with the approval department to grant a wider scope of business. Take consulting company as an example, its business scope includes: investment consulting, international economic consulting, trade information consulting, marketing consulting, company management consulting, technical consulting and so on.
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外资企业的营业范围规定