The National People's Congress has passed the amendments to China's Criminal Procedure Law that makes first instance courts more secretive than ever. The changes contradict a statement by Supreme People's Court President Wang Shengjun for more reforms to open up China's legal system
During mergers and acquisitions, the target company provides some short and simple Chinese contracts, but I understand there are informal arrangements behind the papers. How do I flush out informal and oral agreements, hidden shareholders and undisclosed liabilities, and give myself more comfort and protection?
MOFCOM's latest bid to strengthen commercial franchising will protect trade secrets and increase fines for providing false information during promotional activities. The Measures represent China's commitment to regulating this large, but young market
The PRC Trademark Law has been under review since 2005, but the proposed changes fail to address three of the biggest problems faced by trademark owners: well-known trademark recognition, bad faith filing and OEM infringement. Reforms to these big three could transform the Trademark Law and the business environment
“Ke jixu goumai” (“The deal is on”) is the phrase that spurs Chinese consumers to use online group buying websites. The SAIC is taking action to regulate this rapidly expanding market that has led to fraud, fake products and price hikes
Green technology developers will now benefit from the improved financial viability of domestic energy projects, but only if the correct structure and licensing arrangements are put in place when setting up joint ventures
Beijing Intermediate People's Court has rejected Chivas Regal's trademark infringement lawsuit against clothing company Chivas Regal 88. Along with the high-profile problems of Apple and Hermes, the case highlights the weaknesses in China's Trademark Law.