Dispute Resolution

Counterparty and fit to sue assessments are crucial to an effective litigation readiness strategy

European Commission publishes full text of China-EU investment deal; PBOC publishes draft rules targeting anti-competitive practices of payment platforms; NPCSC adopts decision launching Beijing Financial Court

Further integration with Hong Kong and a landmark decision in Guangzhou were just some of the key pro-arbitration developments in China over the past year.

A party may file applications for enforcement of an arbitral award with both the mainland China court and Hong Kong court respectively

The Interpretation is revised to align with the Civil Code and the Patent Law

China's international arbitration regime is being brought closer to international best practices

SPC clarifies producer and dealer's liability for food safety compensation

An administrative reconsideration may be filed for improper government disclosure of information of citizens or entities

Coming into effect in January, China's fundamental law introduces new provisions on personal information protection and strengthens weaker parties in contractual negotiations