China launches its second Internet Court in Beijing to keep in pace with growing internet-related disputes; while the Supreme People's Court just announced the admissibility of evidence using blockchain technology.
An e-commerce platform operator may bear joint and several liability for sub-standard goods, foreign individuals may enjoy pre-tax deductions and a soil quality investigation is required for a change in land use.
The CBIRC has lifted the restrictions on foreign investment in Chinese banks, futures companies are now opened to foreign investors and private tutoring companies are facing stricter regulation
China introduces a draft on regulating an information-based traceability system for drugs; family planning policies may be revised in proposed amendments to China's Civil Code, and new administrative measures for foreign shareholders in foreign-invested futures companies.
China extends its open arms to residents of the greater China region in a bid to increase convenience and opportunities to people from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. Read on to find out the latest rulings as well as the impact on employment law with the elimination of work permits
Apple pulled out almost 25,000 gambling apps from its China app store, President Trump in no hurry to end the trade-war with China, and CFDA regulators sacked following vaccine scandals ignited by Changsheng
Online streaming service providers are required to carry out ICP record filing procedures, Guangdong clarifies on labor arbitration and litigation issues, and Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan residents may apply for mainland residence permits.
A 30-day notice in writing is now required from foreign institutions providing cross-border financial network services, new restrictions are imposed on M&As for private schools and financial institutions can now revise the size of their bond offerings.
Employment permit requirements have been lifted for all Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan residents, oil and gas pipeline facilities are now open to private investment, and Guangdong FTZ now accepts electronic evidence in court
