Features & Analyses

The proposed Anti-unfair Competition Law amendment strikes a harsher tone on commercial bribery, sets clearer punishment standards and imposes greater compliance burdens on companies

Jane Huang, general counsel and VP of legal at Eli Lilly China, discusses the importance of R&D, communicating with HQ and employees, instilling a compliance culture and keeping up with the evolving healthcare industry. 礼来中国总法律顾问兼法务部副总裁黄洁莹探讨研发、与总部和员工沟通、培育合规文化以及与不断变化的医疗行业保持同步发展的重要性。

Global cybersecurity concerns have led companies to invest heavily in data protection technology. Chinese investors looking to enter this market in the U.S. need to be wary of its trade secrets laws, CFIUS investigations, and monitor the U.S.-China BIT

The Supreme People's Court has held that purely OEM goods do not constitute infringement. But while this landmark judgment provides some clarity for brand owners, does it finally put an end to the longstanding debate?

It is crucial for MNCs - and even foreign law firms - to understand what China considers a state secret. Here are some published cases on violations and tips for handling data during cross-border e-Discovery and investigations, as well as foreign court and arbitration proceedings

Chinese courts often apply concepts from patent disputes to trade secret litigation due to the latter's lack of legal framework. But while certain parallels exist, this can be problematic due to the innate technical differences between these two types of IP

Foreign auto brands including Volkswagen, BMW and Daimler have recalled thousands of vehicles in China amid tightening quality and safety rules. Carmakers need to comply with AQSIQ requirements on monitoring, filing and recalling defects to avoid costly investigations and penalties

Chinese companies engaging in cartel activities can be subject to the extraterritorial reach of U.S. and EU antitrust laws. This means long and costly investigations, heavy fines and even criminal prosecution. Understanding the risks, compliance and devising an effective strategy are key

China has taken careful steps to streamline regulations and ease burdens for foreign investors in real estate by relaxing requirements for equity ratios, loans, individual property purchases and FX registration, but many restrictions remain