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

The 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

Including: State Intellectual Property Office, Compulsory Patent Licensing Measures

Beijing 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.

Including: PRC Criminal Procedure Law (2nd Revision)

Preferential 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.

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