Preparation for land purchase and plant construction

Any foreign investor setting up a plant in China involves a series of complicated steps. Once you have chosen your plot of land, it usually takes another five months to a year to complete the purchase of the land (for land use right only) and get all the necessary formalities as well as the necessary infrastructure in place before plant construction can begin. Investors must pay close attention to some of the key issues in the process, dealing wisely with local authorities from the negotiation of land purchase to the commencement of construction work. The following key points need your special attention.