China Questions

Protecting your IP and being aware of relevant regulations in China are essential when considering technology transfers to PRC partners. Three specialists discuss how to best guard your IP assets and structure a fair deal.

Entering the China market via its cyberspace can be daunting when rules are unclear to foreigners. Here, three specialists offer their advice on how to do e-business in accordance with PRC guidelines.

Conducting thorough due diligence is essential in China, but there are decisions to make about the proper priorities as well as the best processes to choose

Product liability issues can lead to lawsuits at home, but there are things that can be done to ensure quality control and manufacturing processes are up to standard

Shanghai's infrastructure and rapid development and Beijing's political geography make them attractive bases. But which is better? And what about China's other cities?

Employees of foreign-invested enterprises in China may decide to form a labour union. Companies may worry about the power of the union, and any obligations to negotiate or fund it

Employees of foreign-invested enterprises in China may decide to form a labour union. Companies may worry about the power of the union, and any obligations to negotiate or fund it

The PRC Arbitration Law says that an arbitration agreement must refer to the arbitration commission selected by the parties, among other things. There are many questions as to the meaning of this clause

Foreign investors can be caught out by China's registered capital or reserve fund requirements. Where an investment with funding primarily obtained from outside mainland China produces cash investment returns, the onshore structure may restrict the amount of cash that can be remitted out of the country