Features & Analyses

New rules signal shift toward market-driven approach

A new online inquiry database for judgment debtors should bring greater transparency to debt collection in China and is a sign of more improvements to come

Chinese law includes regulations on internet and email privacy protection. Employers should watch out for the possibility of disputes when they monitor employees' online activities

New guidelines issued by the State Council clarify the framework to be used in defining the relevant market. Ken Dai of Zhongyin Law Firm analyses the rules

Good legal advice on customs-related issues should be part of any foreign company's investment strategy. Unfortunately it can be hard to find in mainland China. China Law & Practice spoke to Deming Zhao, senior partner of HaoLiWen PRC Attorneys, about his firm's success in providing such advice to corporate clients

When acquiring state-owned equity interests from their partners, private investors must protect their pre-emptive rights in order to control costs and manage risk

There are many innovative ways for companies to costs in China, and they are growing in popularity. Although consultation with employees is compulsory, it should not be feared

Haier Group has been quick to take advantage of new measures that lower regulatory hurdles for outbound investment by securing a 20% stake in New Zealand home appliances manufacturer Fisher & Paykel Appliances. Qingdao-based director of legal service division Li Ming speaks with CLP

Deals blocked by Chinese regulators can make world headlines - think of the plight of Coca-Cola. This has led companies such as Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton to think it may be best to avoid merger review when structuring their deals. This thinking is flawed