Banks and insurance companies are allowed to engage in sovereign bond futures trading
March 12, 2020
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Employers are given relief from social insurance during the coronavirus period
March 12, 2020As China looks to kickstart its economy following weeks of severe disruption, employers must balance obligations to minimize virus transmission risk and at the same time returning to normal operation as quickly as possible. What exactly must employers do before resuming operations? How can they reduce costs? Are layoffs allowed? Jonathan Isaacs, head of Baker McKenzie's China employment practice, answers your burning questions.
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