SAMR issues the first anti-monopoly guidelines for online platform operators

A Biden administration is likely to share the same export controls and sanctions policy goals as its predecessor, while taking on a more collaborative approach with stakeholders and industry

A Biden administration is likely to be more responsive to stakeholder input and technical dialogue with commercial parties

Fangda Partners and Jingtian & Gongcheng are among the top winners of the 14th annual event honoring the leading firms and lawyers on China-related matters.

AmCham Shanghai survey indicates optimism among U.S. businesses in China about Biden administration; Hong Kong stock exchange slashes IPO settlement process from average five business days to one; and State Council approves launch of SAMR-led 17-department task force tackling unfair competition

Revised Patent Law enhances protection of designs

SPC specifies the adducement of evidence by the plaintiff as well as the defendant of civil IP disputes and the handling of copyright disputes over attribution. CBIRC eliminates the industry restrictions on insurance institutions' financial equity investment.

Online insurance business may use social media marketing

Scrutiny of Chinese investment in the U.S. is unlikely to ease anytime soon, but a Biden administration is expected to adopt a less abrasive approach than that of his predecessor