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New regulations finally allow FIEs to engage in the master distribution of Chinese publications and expand the scope of foreign investor participation by lowering entry thresholds and eliminating term of operation restrictions

In patent infringement cases with multiple infringers, courts have been applying inconsistent standards in establishing jurisdiction. The Supreme People's Court may need to step in to provide clear guidance to plaintiffs and defendants alike

New rules simplify foreign currency registration of round-trip investments and fundraising, while increasing the pressure and urgency on investors to rectify previous non-registration. Safe increases its focus and coordination while Mofcom uncertainties remain

The Measures detail the two management models of variable annuities and set forth requirements in respect of allocations to the liability reserve and information disclosure.

RouseFiona [email protected] of 3D trademarks in ChinaArticle 15 of the TRIPS Agreement provides the following broad definition of a trade…

The new UK Bribery Act signals the start of a new era of enforcement for Chinese organisations on the world stage. If they haven't done so already, PRC companies must review their existing anti-corruption policies and procedures, and assess their business risks to ensure they put in place appropriate measures to deter and deal with any corrupt acts

The new UK Bribery Act signals the start of a new era of enforcement for Chinese organisations on the world stage. If they haven't done so already, PRC companies must review their existing anti-corruption policies and procedures, and assess their business risks to ensure they put in place appropriate measures to deter and deal with any corrupt acts

Design can still be protected under Anti-unfair Competition Law after the patent expires.

Tax should be withheld from rent income of non-tax-residents without an establishment.