With a view to eliminating or reducing the effect of eliminating or restricting competition that the concentration of business operators has or could have, restrictive conditions may be imposed on a concentration transaction.
February 02, 2010
Legal
The Circular aims to prevent tax evasion by non-tax-resident enterprises through transfer of equity.
February 02, 2010The Interpretation gives further insight on the scope of protection of invention and utility model patents and the determination of infringement thereof, determination on an infringement of a design patent, defence on the ground of prior art or prior use, and confirmation of non-infringement.
February 02, 2010Calculation of the business turnover of a business operator in a concentration clarified.
February 02, 2010A new British law will force any company with a business presence in the UK to operate an adequate anti-bribery policy overseas. The burden is likely to be particularly heavy for those operating in China
February 02, 2010New rules on foreign-invested partnerships have raised hopes of a new investment vehicle for inbound business. But their effectiveness appears limited
February 02, 2010China's highest court has published a judicial interpretation of the PRC Patent Law which gives significant guidance on many issues facing foreign rights owners
February 02, 2010A tax circular which seeks to strengthen the administration of tax on income derived from equity transfer may have a profound impact on non-resident investors using offshore vehicles. But the authorities have some legal hurdles to clear
February 02, 2010As its economy continues to grow rapidly, China is looking for more outlets for its foreign exchange reserves. This is a trend which is reflected by recent legislation on overseas investment
February 02, 2010Commitment, energy and the right corporate culture are all needed in order to keep corruption at bay
February 02, 2010