U.S. proposes restrictions on outbound investments in AI and biotech into China | China proposes rules to sanction foreign entities infringing Chinese trade secrets | China’s central bank considers making overnight operations its main monetary policy tool
Vicor Corp. requests investigation by ITC over alleged AI-related patent infringement by Chinese companies | Chinese outbound investment hits $214 billion despite absence of mega deals | China revives amortized-cost bond funds amid strong institutional demand
Civil proceedings permitted to run concurrently with criminal proceedings under new regulations | Chinese court finds search engine AI’s software did not infringe on copyright | BlackRock expands access to China’s outbound investment market
Amanda Lau, senior lead counsel for Citi’s investment banking business in Asia discusses managing shifting global geopolitical dynamics, navigating A-to-H listing complexities, and the strategic balance of Hong Kong’s listing reforms.
Can Chinese biotech deals continue amid increasingly stringent U.S. and Chinese restrictions?
Proposed new rules will tighten private fund investor eligibility and transaction oversight | China’s legislature reviews draft law extending the reach of anti-corruption laws beyond its borders | The Supreme People's Court issues its first judicial guidelines to clarify liability for AI-related disputes and protect civil rights
China ends tax exemption on foreigner dividend income / Issued: 2026-09-01 ; Effective: 2026-09-01
China applies a 20% individual income tax to dividends earned by foreign individuals from foreign enterprises | Beijing’s first ever criminal trial over AI model damage results in imprisonment | Lawyers explain how China’s new outbound investment rules make Hong Kong less appealing
CAC clarifies issues on transfers of HR information abroad / CLP Reference: 5600/26.07.24 ; Issued: 2026-07-24
China expands strict personal information processing rules to entities processing 10 million people | New entry-exit rules could block talent in sensitive sectors from leaving China | Tax authorities enforce stricter social security contribution compliance to address pension fund deficits.
