After this summer's backlash against Chinese companies listed in the US, many are considering going private to avoid further negative publicity, decreased valuations and the increased risk of litigation

The implementation of China's bankruptcy law has been mired by the inconsistent standards and interpretations of various courts. A new set of measures offers more guidance and clarity, especially in pinpointing bankruptcy causes and who assumes the burden of proof

Securities and money lending to facilitate margin trading and short selling.

The Measures require insurance companies to deposit capital guarantee funds in more than one bank.

The prior art defence strategy has become increasingly important and popular for alleged infringers in patent cases. However, its framework suffers from uncertainty and some technical defects

Gide Loyrette Nouel has appointed Beijing-based Thomas Urlacher partner. The promotion will be effective from January 1 2012. The M&A specialist has…

French chemical company Arkema will purchase two Chinese portfolio companies from Bain Capital for US$365 million. The companies are Zhangjiagang-based…

A debt-for-equity swap shall be subject to a capital verification by a lawfully-established capital verification institution.

Ningbo Huaxiang Electronic Company (Ningbo Huaxiang) has acquired Germany-based auto parts supplier Sellner Group for approximately Rmb186 million (US$29.3…