Features & Analyses

The new Guidelines standardize practices in China's nascent syndicated loan market. Updated areas include expanding the role of the agent, and making changes to the roles of the agent, lenders and borrower.

Mapping the general process of complex commercial litigation in the US, this article highlights some aspects that may come as an overwhelming shock to Chinese companies.

The new guidance catalogue has re-defined the industries for foreign investment. FIE regulations are more closely aligned with the PRC government's evolving national economic development policy.

Often overlooked by foreign investors, Guangzhou offers a wealth of opportunity in areas such as real estate, manufacturing, finance, and of course the legal services that go along with such businesses. This month, China Law & Practice explores the lesser-known commercial capital of southern China and talks to some of the legal practitioners that have helped the region grow into the booming hub of trade and industry that it is today. By Brandon Kirk and Joanna Law of China Law & Practice

Often overlooked by foreign investors, Guangzhou offers a wealth of opportunity in areas such as real estate, manufacturing, finance, and of course the legal services that go along with such businesses. This month, China Law & Practice explores the lesser-known commercial capital of southern China and talks to some of the legal practitioners that have helped the region grow into the booming hub of trade and industry that it is today. By Brandon Kirk and Joanna Law of China Law & Practice

Recent concerns over safety in the toy industry should prompt foreign investors and PRC manufacturers to be aware of legal ramifications. This article explores ways of limiting potential liabilities when exporting goods to the US.

This article examines the status of rural property rights and recommends a series of institutional measures including standardizing registration and renewal processes.

Rebecca Zhang outlines the legal framework and background of CDM projects in China, governing authorities, the approval process, and other key legal issues.

PRC-related business transactions are susceptible to the common practice of bribery. This article, after reviewing the legal measures, enforcement problems, gives handy advice for precautions and risk management.