Features & Analyses

  • 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

    May 04, 2011
  • 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

    May 04, 2011
  • 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

    May 03, 2011
  • 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

    April 05, 2011
  • Two specialists detail what options are available to you when combatting infringers and the first steps you should take

    April 05, 2011
  • 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

    April 05, 2011
  • 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

    April 05, 2011
  • Recently released judicial interpretations from the Supreme People's Court of China further clarify a number of uncertainties often faced by Chinese companies (including foreign-invested enterprises), their shareholders and creditors in common disputes related to establishment, capital contribution and shareholder rights

    April 05, 2011
  • Recently released judicial interpretations from the Supreme People's Court of China further clarify a number of uncertainties often faced by Chinese companies (including foreign-invested enterprises), their shareholders and creditors in common disputes related to establishment, capital contribution and shareholder rights

    April 04, 2011
  • Two specialists provide advice on what issues to be aware of and what precautions to take when considering sourcing from the PRC.

    March 07, 2011