Legal

With a new interpretation released by the people's court, there is further fine-tuning to the handling of labour dispute cases. In addition to offering new rules on the burden of proof and reining in employees from liberally suing employers, the new interpretation importantly recognises a consensus between parties that declare their true intent

Written contracts required for patent pledges.

Equity investments with insurance capital limited to certain businesses.

China to promote gold trading to foreign investors.

M&A encouraged in six industries.

Tax filing requirements clarified for enterprise re-organisation.

Renminbi bond market opened to overseas investors.

Contracts not yet approved are still valid.

Shanghai issues rules providing permanent residency for skilled personnel.