Legal

The new Guidelines standardize practices in China's nascent syndicated loan market. Updated areas include expanding the role of the agent, and making changes to the roles of the agent, lenders and borrower.

Mapping the general process of complex commercial litigation in the US, this article highlights some aspects that may come as an overwhelming shock to Chinese companies.

The new guidance catalogue has re-defined the industries for foreign investment. FIE regulations are more closely aligned with the PRC government's evolving national economic development policy.

Often overlooked by foreign investors, Guangzhou offers a wealth of opportunity in areas such as real estate, manufacturing, finance, and of course the legal services that go along with such businesses. This month, China Law & Practice explores the lesser-known commercial capital of southern China and talks to some of the legal practitioners that have helped the region grow into the booming hub of trade and industry that it is today. By Brandon Kirk and Joanna Law of China Law & Practice

Often overlooked by foreign investors, Guangzhou offers a wealth of opportunity in areas such as real estate, manufacturing, finance, and of course the legal services that go along with such businesses. This month, China Law & Practice explores the lesser-known commercial capital of southern China and talks to some of the legal practitioners that have helped the region grow into the booming hub of trade and industry that it is today. By Brandon Kirk and Joanna Law of China Law & Practice

Mortgage rate for purchase of a second set of residential premises raised.

Law to prevent employment discrimination.

CBRC stops security provision for corporate bonds.

Reporting of revenue from individuals' share transfer required in tax returns.