Trump signs memorandum to restrict investments that do not serve American interests; A Jiangsu court ruled that investments in overseas crypto projects are not protected under Chinese law; and Chinese companies raise funds in hope of easing of regulations against private enterprises
China increases regulatory framework for the pharma and life sciences sectors; Chinese authorities intervene to regulate VC funds management; and internet content providers could face stricter scrutiny on military-related content.
The sudden rise of DeepSeek AI has prompted regulators’ concerns over its processing of data; the EU plans to ensure e-commerce platforms are compliant with its laws; and U.S.-China tensions are pushing China-focused private equity funds to expand beyond China.
In 2024, the U.S. continued placing wide-ranging restrictions on Chinese interests. What made that year different was the impact those restrictions have on third countries. Charles Wu of Clyde & Co reviews the legislative changes, and offers practical insights into their potential impact with a focus on third countries, and the path forward in 2025
Chinese cybersecurity regulator details on the lenient certification method for cross-border data transfer; U.S. issues final rule to prevent “adversarial nations” accessing U.S. citizens’ sensitive personal data; and U.S. to ban venture capital funds from backing certain PLA-affiliated companies
The final rules of reverse CFIUS differ from the draft version; China changes its foreign investment rules to attract more long-term and high-quality investments; and Chinese data center company raises $1 billion from U.S. PE investors.
The world's largest drone manufacturer fights allegations by the U.S. Defense Department, Commerce Department, and House of Representatives; Chinese government invests in Chinese startups after U.S. venture capital and private equity funds leave China; and Chinese insurance regulator approves insurance firms set up by BNP Paribas and Prudential.
Geopolitical tensions, tightening foreign investment restrictions, and a poorly performing Chinese economy are some of the challenges facing private equity investors trying to exit their investments. Whilst the preferred exit method depends on the transaction itself, there are ways to minimize the general risks of exit methods
U.S. plans to restrict Chinese software in electric and internet-connected cars; China increases control over offshore capital flows; and Chinese firms plan to expand into the U.S. Midwest but have regulatory concerns.
Geoffrey Chan and Angela Liu of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom in Hong Kong examine key structuring considerations for international companies planning to establish a corporate venture capital arm in China or elsewhere in Asia
