New national security restrictions on investments by U.S. persons in sensitive technologies involving Chinese-controlled entities will affect due diligence and contracting practices for tech deals throughout Asia. Nathan Bush of DLA Piper examines the rules and their likely impact.
Foreign Direct Investment
- October 13, 2023
Beijing promotes free flow of ordinary data for foreign-invested enterprises
October 13, 2023China proposes to allow businesses to transfer certain types of data overseas without restrictions; IBM's former IT services arm Kyndryl plans to split its China business over data security rules and tech restrictions; and Shenzhen's government introduces initiatives to raise funding for local tech companies amidst U.S. tech restrictions
October 11, 2023A number of preferential tax policies have recently been extended for four years, with implementing circulars also providing important clarifications on applicable rules. Daisy Duan, Wang Yan and Li Cuishi of King & Wood Mallesons explore the details.
September 28, 2023GGV capital is breaking up its business into two, separating its Asia partnership; A Shanghai court has recognized Bitcoin as a currency; and China eases capital controls in an effort to attract foreign investment.
September 27, 2023China approves the U.S. listing plans of VIE-structured company CheChe; Chinese IP court helps mediate dispute between Dyson and Dreame; and CSRC proposes rules to encourage companies to pay their dividends
September 20, 2023Liu Yuxiang and Wu Qiong, labor law specialists at Haiwen & Partners examine the important and sometimes difficult labor law issues which can arise for foreign investors seeking to exit China
September 17, 2023China announces that overseas taxpayers will be exempt from certain taxes until the end of 2027; China attempts to boost the secondary market by introducing a phased restriction on IPOs; and PRC People's Court recognizes virtual assets as property despite crypto ban
September 07, 20233M pays fine to settle bribery charges on its China subsidiary; China recognizes data as an asset in financial statements; and China revises company law to increase controlling shareholder responsibility in companies.
August 30, 2023National Administration of Financial Regulation permits overseas non-financial institutions to serve as investors in financial asset management companies.
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