Features & Analyses

  • China's surge in initial public offerings has been met with an extremely enthusiastic response from both local and foreign investors. The increase in activity has also been warmly welcomed by professional service providers such as law firms, which have benefited immensely from the booming market. This month, China Law&Practice looks at some of the most successful listings of the past year and the legal advisers that worked on them.

    July 01, 2007
  • The new Law provides a comprehensive framework for the protection of property rights for both foreign and domestic parties. Clarity of title and stability of property rights will be easier to attain.

    June 02, 2007
  • New regulations on commercial franchises should contribute to making the mainland a much more accessible market for international franchisors. What are the new rules, and what questions regarding franchises remain unanswered?

    June 02, 2007