Legal

Shanghai's infrastructure and rapid development and Beijing's political geography make them attractive bases. But which is better? And what about China's other cities?

A newly-published law is a significant step towards better regulation of operational and finance state assets, but implementation is likely to raise accountability, administrative and judicial issues. Further legislation is essential

The winners of the seven Deal of the year categories at the China Law & Practice Awards 2009

The winners of the two In-house and eight Team of the year categories at the China Law & Practice Awards 2009

Obtaining a foreign court judgment against a Chinese party is not much use if it can not be enforced in the PRC. Arbitration is the only realistic way of getting access to your debt

Obtaining a foreign court judgment against a Chinese party is not much use if it can not be enforced in the PRC. Arbitration is the only realistic way of getting access to your debt

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

Restructuring of a microfinance company into a rural bank requires a bank promoter.

Customs revises IPR protection regulations to avoid unnecessary inconvenience to legitimate imports and exports.