Last year, the PRC Supreme People's Court adopted a consistent approach to conflicts involving the establishment and modification of foreign-invested enterprises. However, uncertainties remain on various issues of remedies and dormant shareholders
Buying a state-owned enterprise can be a challenging ordeal for a foreign acquirer. To navigate the auction process successfully, a bidder must understand how it is structured and devise a strategy
Instead of easing difficulties, recent tax reforms have increased the tax liabilities and burdens of enterprises providing consulting services
The release of several recent private equity-related regulations indicates the government's encouragement for increased foreign participation in this space. Shanghai's new Pilot Measures provide several new fund structures for offshore investors, but in order to advance the PE market regulators need to provide more guidance to address other challenges like fund-raising, partnership asset transfers, exits and taxes
The release of several recent private equity-related regulations indicates the government's encouragement for increased foreign participation in this space. Shanghai's new Pilot Measures provide several new fund structures for offshore investors, but in order to advance the PE market regulators need to provide more guidance to address other challenges like fund-raising, partnership asset transfers, exits and taxes
A new set of rules heralds easier access to Chinese investments for overseas private equity funds
As I write this, China president Hu Jintao is at the beginning of his four-day state visit to the US – the first one by a Chinese leader in 13 years.…
When seeking enforcement of China's Anti-monopoly law, complainants face a tough choice: wade through the judicial system or rely on the investigations of the administrative authority? Each has its pros and cons
Doors are opening up for private equity (PE) investors, with Shanghai launching a new programme recently that addresses foreign exchange concerns and allows qualified foreign-invested funds to enter the market. However, for PE players, fundamental challenges remain
Two specialists provide advice on what issues to be aware of and what precautions to take when considering franchising in the PRC.