Legal

With skyrocketing economic growth and an economy on track to be the world's largest by 2025, China is seeking overseas investment opportunities. Sharon Wong and Malcolm Brennan of Mallesons Stephen Jaques and Sandra Knowler of Lang Michener explain why much of that outbound investment is likely to be in the energy and resources sector.

Companies had been expecting clarification from China's Implementing Regulations for its Employment Contract Law in September. But many of the more ambitious provisions remain unsolved.

Companies had been expecting clarification from China's Implementing Regulations for its Employment Contract Law in September. But many of the more ambitious provisions remain unsolved.

MNCs must avoid creating a global monopoly.

Additional level of government screening for foreign investment in real property.

NPC passes law to protect employment of disabled persons.

Criteria for establishing different types of law firms elaborated.

Minimum wage in Beijing raised.

More favourable policies to attract regional headquarters in Shanghai.