China Law News

As franchising increases in China, the Ministry of Commerce has released new measures for greater disclosures, including more information when signing agreements.

Including: Measures for the Administration of Information Disclosure in Connection with Commercial Franchising

Foreign companies before CIETAC arbitration can now obtain a procedural order for an immediate action to protect their interests

The National Development and Reform Commission released a new policy this month stopping foreigners from obtaining medium- or long-term mortgages. This is the latest move by the government to cool China's property market.

Apple's long running dispute with Proview Technology Shenzhen highlights the importance of due diligence and getting it right first time in China.

The Chinese Securities and Regulatory Commission has amended articles 62 and 63. The changes to the acquisition process are minor, but setting up an expert advisory committee is an encouraging step.

The first rural joint venture bank has opened in Ningbo – a sign of the increasing modernisation in China's regions

AmCham's latest China Business Report has some shocking statistics, but contains little that is new. Although companies keep complaining about China's legal system, 77% plan to increase their investments.

Including: Amendments to the Measures for the Administration of the Takeover of Listed Companies