Mergers and Acquisitions

Shenzhen allows PE firms to invest in the A-share market

Scott Yu and Frank Jiang of Zhong Lun Law Firm highlight recently introduced national security measures for review of foreign investments including its broader reach within China, the scope of M&A targets and expanded sectorial coverage, and the new review mechanism coordinated by the NDRC

SAMR details the specifics on review of concentrations of business operators

Scrutiny of Chinese investment in the U.S. is unlikely to ease anytime soon, but a Biden administration is expected to adopt a less abrasive approach than that of his predecessor

U.S.-China investment flows fell to record lows during the Trump administration, but a Biden administration is unlikely to deviate from its predecessor's policy goals

The role of the general counsel is more important than ever as companies face wave after wave of uncertainty due to the pandemic

The EU foreign investment review regime is undergoing seminal reforms with Chinese investment in the crosshairs

Foreign investment screening is tightening across Europe driven by concerns over Chinese investment and the pandemic

China restricts AI exports, TikTok sale in jeopardy; Mengniu's Australian purchase falls through with no government approval forthcoming; JPMorgan buys out mutual fund JV partner for $1 billion