Legislation

Issued: December 1 2002Effective: as of date of issueInterpreting authority: China Securities Depositary and Clearing Corporation LimitedMain contents:…

An explanation on the interpretation and application of provisions of laws which arises in trademark dispute cases.

This piece of legislation marks a significant development of China's securities markets as it opens up the A share and domestic bond markets to foreign investment for the first time. It lays down the application and qualification standards of QFII.

A detailed legislation on the reorganization of state-owned enterprises (SOEs) by using foreign investment.

A circular on the principles, procedures and rules regarding the transfer of state-owned shares and legal person shares in Listed companies to foreign investors issued by the CSRC, MOF and SETC.

The PRC legislation on insurance has been revised and it lays out the regulations regarding insurance contracts, insurance companies and the industry.

The rules and procedures of applying for a trademark review and adjudication and the rules of hearing evidence in trademark reviews.

The Provisions prohibit the employment or recruitment of minors under the age of 16.

Procedures and administrative fees for the registration of computer software copyright.