I am looking to set up my business in China. There are many concerns among foreign investors regarding both onshore and offshore franchising. Should I enter into a direct contract with a local entity or form a joint venture? How do I ensure my assets will be protected?

This year's report has derived 39 law application issues with general guiding significance from 30 carefully selected typical cases.

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The Environmental Protection Law has just been amended for the first time after 25 years. Conducting environmental due diligence and establishing an image of integrity are more important than ever for foreign enterprises

The Environmental Protection Law has just been amended for the first time after 25 years. Conducting environmental due diligence and establishing an image of integrity are more important than ever for foreign enterprises

GlaxoSmithKline is facing serious charges of misconduct as enforcement grows fierce. The entwining Chinese anti-bribery laws, the US FCPA and UK Bribery Act call for immediate attention to risks and compliance on both a national and global scale

GlaxoSmithKline is facing serious charges of misconduct as enforcement grows fierce. The entwining Chinese anti-bribery laws, the US FCPA and UK Bribery Act call for immediate attention to risks and compliance on both a national and global scale

After five years, MOFCOM has updated its merger control notification rules. Although big improvements have been made, issues with determining control and new joint venture turnovers still need clarification

After five years, MOFCOM has updated its merger control notification rules. Although big improvements have been made, issues with determining control and new joint venture turnovers still need clarification