Under the PRC Social Insurance Law, effective July 2011, all foreigners had to pay in to the government's five insurance policies. Many complained about the new rules. Six months on, CLP looks at the enforcement of these measures
March 29, 2012
China Law News
Ma Mingqiang, secretary-general of the ASEAN-China Centre, has urged Chinese enterprises to go to ASEAN countries for their outbound investment. But it is not clear whether government support will be enough to spark an investment boom in the region
March 29, 2012The National People's Congress has passed the amendments to China's Criminal Procedure Law that makes first instance courts more secretive than ever. The changes contradict a statement by Supreme People's Court President Wang Shengjun for more reforms to open up China's legal system
March 28, 2012Including: State Intellectual Property Office, Compulsory Patent Licensing Measures
March 23, 2012Beijing Intermediate People's Court has rejected Chivas Regal's trademark infringement lawsuit against clothing company Chivas Regal 88. Along with the high-profile problems of Apple and Hermes, the case highlights the weaknesses in China's Trademark Law.
March 22, 2012Including: PRC Criminal Procedure Law (2nd Revision)
March 16, 2012Preferential policies for cross-strait investment are benefiting Taiwanese entrepreneurs. While some are still concerned about risks such as exit restrictions and the dispute resolution mechanism, foreign financial institutions are already benefiting from the growing business.
March 16, 2012As franchising increases in China, the Ministry of Commerce has released new measures for greater disclosures, including more information when signing agreements.
March 08, 2012Including: Measures for the Administration of Information Disclosure in Connection with Commercial Franchising
March 08, 2012Foreign companies before CIETAC arbitration can now obtain a procedural order for an immediate action to protect their interests
February 28, 2012