Western companies concerned about China's demand for sensitive rare earths information; Irish data regulators target transparency and transfer impact assessment failures in landmark decision; and China's largest insurer plans to raise HK$11.77 billion through convertible bond listing in Frankfurt
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- June 19, 2025
Xiangxiang Ma, a partner of Anjie Broad Law Firm, explores the various ways in which a recent U.S. executive order on drug pricing is impacting Chinese pharmaceutical companies’ license-out model
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May 08, 2025Beijing IP Court issues first ruling on protecting AI model parameters; Chinese pharma companies are using “NewCo” strategy to expand overseas; and China reduces entry restrictions for select industries.
May 01, 2025China eases cross-border data transfer restrictions for financial institutions; Trade war prompts plan to open up service sector; and new law firm anti-money laundering regulations to align with international standards
April 25, 2025NMPA details procedures for applying for pharma data protection / Issued: 2025-03-19
April 17, 2025China proposes different data protection periods for three categories of drugs / Issued: 2025-03-19
April 17, 2025The Cyberspace Administration clarifies its approach to the export of personal and important information out of China; UK weighs whether to include China in foreign influence disclosure rules; and Burberry wins online trademark infringement suit.
April 17, 2025China to block Chinese firms from investing in the U.S. amid tariff war; Shenzhen launches incentives for foreign-owned hospitals following national legislation; and U.S. companies plan continuous engagement with China
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