Restructuring China prepares for layoffs amid trade war Remember ex-gratia payments and comms strategies when downsizing, lawyer advises iStock.com/cybrain Image Chantelle Cloete Reporter Tuesday 29 April 2025 Chinese businesses are reportedly cutting back on production, putting staff on furlough, and turning to new markets as US tariffs begin to take their toll. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Culture How can firms keep cool heads during US-Canada trade war? Politics Canada expands work-sharing programme to confront US tariffs Restructuring Irish firms should prepare for return of Trump’s tariffs Contracts China’s new rules on renewing fixed-term contracts