Beijing approves Baidu, Pony.ai to operate robotaxis without supervisor in driver's seat; U.S government blacklists China again over lax IP protection and enforcement; BlackRock launches private pension product, first foreign asset manager to do so
Security management of a third-party SDK is specified for apps collecting personal information. Shanghai issues an Q&A requiring employers pay legitimate wages to employees sick with COVID-19. Technical IP cases are handled by IP courts and intermediate people's courts.
US companies concerned about tightening cybersecurity rules amid enforcement uncertainty; China to rollout first ever nationwide private pension system; Futures Law adopted as derivatives market set to expand
China passes its first law to manage its derivatives market. Foreign telecom investors are given more flexibility in terms of investment percentage and application procedures. Banking and insurance institutions are encouraged to provide financial support for low-carbon highway projects
Industry associations ban NFT use for issuing financial assets; Shanghai government paves way for potential resumption of production activity under closed-loop management; and livestreaming video games banned for certain platforms
Draft law to boost protection against systemic risks; SPC amends rules on summary procedures, service of litigation documents, small claims, and judicial confirmation; Policymakers aim to knock down localism and unify market standards
Foreign banks are given more flexibility in offering capital instruments and bonds. China allows disclosure of files of domestic companies to overseas listing regulators. Criteria for summary procedure are revised to increase efficiency.
CSRC proposes an update to confidentiality rules for overseas listings; Shanghai rolls out 21 economic relief measures for firms amid lockdown; and social credit to be further developed, more integration in capital markets
Legal and IP services require market access permission. Design patent fees are specified. Mainland China and Hong Kong issued an arrangement on matrimonial and family cases.
Businesses to receive VAT refunds; plans to improve China's corporate bond market outlined; brand new requirements to develop technology ethically
