The draft of the new foreign investment industrial guidance catalogue is finally here. High-end manufacturing, environmentally-friendly and new energy-related industries shape the list of strategic emerging areas that the Chinese government is encouraging foreign investment in
New regulations from banking and insurance authorities aim to better monitor the burgeoning bancassurance market. Foreign insurance companies can expect a long-term and robust relationship with regulators if they cooperate, and are advised to develop suitable products for Chinese customers and lend their experience to the market
Three trade specialists share their insights on what steps to take if the Chinese government initiates an anti-dumping investigation on your exports
A new one sentence supplement to China's criminal law ramps up the government's anti-bribery campaign, extending its reach to punishing Chinese citizens or entities who attempt to bribe government officials outside China. But, several key terms lack definition and enforcement remains a challenge
China's 12th Five-year Plan brings about opportunities and challenges as its economy and social development face significant transitions. Foreign investment remains a principal issue on the government's agenda, as evidenced by the recent release of the draft amendments to the foreign investment guidance catalogue
China's 12th Five-year Plan brings about opportunities and challenges as its economy and social development face significant transitions. Foreign investment remains a principal issue on the government's agenda, as evidenced by the recent release of the draft amendments to the foreign investment guidance catalogue
When a PRC industrial company purchased a European chemicals producer, it utilised an advanced acquisition strategy that included a complex debt restructuring. It also had to convince Chinese regulators the strategy was workable
Two specialists detail what options are available to you when combatting infringers and the first steps you should take
The State Council recently promulgated a new initiative to establish a security review system on domestic M&A activities conducted by foreign parties. This new process officialises an attempt to safeguard key Chinese companies, but will add time and cost burdens to select potential overseas investors
With a comprehensive mediation regime now established by the government, foreign parties should be aware of how judicial mediation is part of the litigation procedure and that judges can play a dual role over the course of a case