Legislation roundup: Equity investments and information disclosures announced

April 26, 2013 | BY

clpstaff &clp articles

The CIRC has issued a Circular regulating equity investment in insurance companies. The CRSC has released Guidelines and Compilation Rules for information disclosures by companies that offer securities

Private equity

China Insurance Regulatory Commission, Circular on Issues Relevant to the Regulation of the Investment and Acquisition of Equity Stakes in Insurance Companies by Limited Equity Investment Partnerships

The CIRC has issued a circular governing equity investment in insurance companies by private equity firms in the form of limited partnerships. The capital contribution or shareholding of each PE partnership may not exceed 5% of a single insurance company and the total capital contribution or shareholding of all the PE partnerships may not exceed 15%. PE partnerships may not become the largest or controlling shareholder or the de facto controller of an insurance company nor may they participate in the business management of the insurance company.

This premium content is reserved for
China Law & Practice Subscribers.

  • A database of over 3,000 essential documents including key PRC legislation translated into English
  • A choice of newsletters to alert you to changes affecting your business including sector specific updates
  • Premium access to the mobile optimized site for timely analysis that guides you through China's ever-changing business environment
For enterprise-wide or corporate enquiries, please contact our experienced Sales Professionals at +44 (0)203 868 7546 or [email protected]