Cross-Strait Financial Center in Xiamen. [Photo/Xiamen Daily]

Xiamen has unveiled an upgraded version of its business environment optimization measures, with a 2026 action plan featuring 28 targeted measures, 20 of which are pioneering nationwide. The initiatives aim to spur innovation by optimizing resource allocation, business climates, market access, and the legal environment.

Smarter allocation, stronger innovation

The action plan targets five key areas for business growth: capital, land, talent, technology, and data, with measures ranging from talent cultivation and platform upgrades to IP protection and data circulation.

Better business environment, stronger innovation potential

To accelerate business growth, the action plan will roll out measures across digital government services, "credit+" programs, tax facilitation, trade liberalization, personnel mobility, support for global expansion, ESG capacity building, and smart bidding.

Easier access, stronger market vitality

From business registration to exit, the plan delivers end-to-end reforms of easier market access, streamlined utilities, smarter bankruptcy proceedings, and smoother pathways for market withdrawal.

Stronger laws, better corporate protection

The action plan aims to create a stable, fair, and transparent legal environment. Measures include improving regulations, regulating business-related law enforcement, clearing overdue payments, handling cases efficiently, diversifying dispute resolution, and enhancing policy effectiveness — all to strengthen the rule of law and protect corporate rights.