After seven years of waiting, the NPC is expected to pass amendments to the Trademark Law this year. But, after four drafts, some lawyers are still saying that the changes will do more harm than good
March 27, 2013
Legal
After seven years of waiting, the NPC is expected to pass amendments to the Trademark Law this year. But, after four drafts, some lawyers are still saying that the changes will do more harm than good
March 27, 2013Several government bodies have issued a Circular over pilot projects for the advance offering of treasury bonds. MOFCOM has issued Provisions to record unfair competitive acts by Chinese companies and the SPC has released an Interpretation over lease financing contracts
March 27, 2013SAT clarifies the income tax issue of non-tax-residents involved in China's VAT reform.
March 26, 2013Shanghai Stock Exchange encourages distribution of cash dividends.
March 22, 2013Offering of Rmb bonds in HK by non-financial institutions requires a necessity analysis.
March 22, 2013CSRC chairman Guo Shuqing stepped down last week. It is unclear why Guo, a dynamic reformer, left and whether his successor will continue his policies
March 22, 2013CSRC chairman Guo Shuqing stepped down last week. It is unclear why Guo, a dynamic reformer, left and whether his successor will continue his policies
March 22, 2013The CSRC has issued draft Provisions over equity incentives and restraint mechanisms of securities companies. The Commission has also released Measures for the sale of securities investment funds, while the CIRC has issued guidelines for the development plans of insurance companies
March 21, 2013The Provisions expand the scope of RQFIIs to also include Hong Kong subsidiaries of commercial banks and insurance companies, as well as financial institutions incorporated and with a principal place of business in Hong Kong. The requirement that 80% of the proceeds be invested in fixed-return securities is also lifted.
March 20, 2013