Foreign Direct Investment

China sees businesses and workers return to work as epidemic situation improves; Beijing announces quarantine for inbound travelers as worry over imported cases grows; and AmCham China reports pessimism among members over worsening bilateral relations

Assistance is offered to foreign investors during the epidemic period

Fang Qi of Fangda Partners examines how companies can deal with their contractual obligations during the coronavirus outbreak that has undoubtedly wreaked havoc on business operations and affected contractual relationships for many entities.

Entry conditions for foreign insurance companies are relaxed

A new foreign investment reporting system is established

Implementing Rules bring about new corporate structures

U.S. tightens supervision over AI software exports with China in mind; JPMorgan Chase applies for majority stake in Chinese futures business; and China opens up oil and gas industry to foreign players

Entry conditions for foreign insurance companies are relaxed

Supreme People's Court allows flexibility in foreign investment contract disputes