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The awareness of FCPA compliance is reaching a tipping point, but other countries are now entering the arena with their own extra-jurisdictional legislation

Lex OrbisManisha Singh Nairmanisha@lexorbis.comAlthough a relatively new area of intellectual property practice, geographical indications (GIs) is catching…

A new interpretation issued by China's highest court increases the burden on those defending themselves against money laundering allegations and clarifies…

As 2009 nears its end, China's merger-control regulator shows no sign of slowing down, issuing two important regulations covering the reporting of concentrations.…

The signing of a long-awaited cross-straits memorandum of understanding on banking supervision is only a first step and investors should be wary about…

Material adverse change can be key to commercial agreements but has not been clearly defined under Chinese law. A recent Supreme People's Court interpretation has changed that

2010 is shaping up to be a significant year for China's capital markets, as they continue their struggle back to life after 10 months' inactivity

In China, it is important to attempt to reach a negotiated settlement before starting litigation or arbitration proceedings. A recent court opinion highlights the possibility of using mediation in the event of a commercial dispute

These Measures shall apply to non-tax-residents with tax obligations in China that wish to avail themselves of the treatment under the agreements for the avoidance of double taxation executed by China with foreign governments and regions.