Regulating Growth in China's Private Sector: A Step Backwards? The latest move by China's market regulator to set priorities for 2026 has been met with a mix of relief and skepticism within the private sector.
On its face, the list of initiatives appears to promote fair competition, strengthen legal protections, and streamline regulation – all noble goals in theory.
However, closer examination reveals that this effort is as much about damage control as it genuinely supporting entrepreneurs.