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Current Policies and Prospects on Cross-straits Economic Exchanges
Vice Chairperson of the Mainland Affairs Council Liu Te-shun (LTS) spoke with Chris Bisogni (CB) and shared his thoughts on the development of cross-straits economic ties and what the Taiwanese people can expect as a result of Ma Ying-jeou’s victory in the recent election.
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Grounded – Private Airlines Stifled by State-owned Players
With so many airlines operating in the PRC, private airlines find it hard to make profit amidst the many state-run competitors. In spite of liberalization, financing and cumbersome regulatory procedures have failed to produce a level playing field. To further enhance the aviation industry, these problems must be addressed in order to give private airlines more room to grow.
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Putting China’s Labour Contract Law into Practice
With reports emerging of mass layoffs preceding its implementation, and factory closures or relocations to cheaper jurisdictions afterwards, the newly-effective Labour Contract Law has drawn much criticism. Large employers complain that it adds unreasonable costs, while employees are disappointed that the Law does not offer as many benefits for them as compared to the original draft. But is the Law as it stands a workable compromise, and can it be enforced in its current form prior to the release of implementing regulations?
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The Draft Energy Law: a Possible Legal Protocol to Help China Go Green
As the second largest emitter of greenhouse gas in the world after the United States, the PRC is under great pressure and scrutiny from other countries, and has dedicated a great deal of resources and legislation effort in order to lower its emissions. Can the draft Energy Law successfully turn China into an energy-efficient country?
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Guangzhou-the Legal Field in South China's Trade Capital
Often overlooked by foreign investors, Guangzhou offers a wealth of opportunity in areas such as real estate, manufacturing, finance, and of course the legal services that go along with such businesses. This month, China Law & Practice explores the lesser-known commercial capital of southern China and talks to some of the legal practitioners that have helped the region grow into the booming hub of trade and industry that it is today.
By Brandon Kirk and Joanna Law of China Law & Practice
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