Labor Law

Companies in China have been under pressure to unionise for many years now, and the heat was significantly turned up on foreign enterprises when the ACFTU criticised them for refusing to allow their workers to join unions

As the world meets in Copenhagen, CLP takes its annual look at the issues likely to grab headlines in the year to come, and finds that the future for China is green. In support of a shifting focus to sustainable development, the country's next five-year plan is likely to emphasise cleantech, low-carbon schemes and renewable energy

As the world meets in Copenhagen, CLP takes its annual look at the issues likely to grab headlines in the year to come, and finds that the future for China is green. In support of a shifting focus to sustainable development, the country's next five-year plan is likely to emphasise cleantech, low-carbon schemes and renewable energy

Shanghai clarifies its criteria for permanent residency.

Employees of foreign-invested enterprises in China may decide to form a labour union. Companies may worry about the power of the union, and any obligations to negotiate or fund it

Closer monitoring of secondment of expats to China.

A new tax policy may force multinational companies to choose between taking a heavy tax hit and giving expat workers local employment contracts

State Council proposes the levy of environmental tax and property tax.

Chinese law includes regulations on internet and email privacy protection. Employers should watch out for the possibility of disputes when they monitor employees' online activities