The Measures for the Administration of Internet Electronic Mail Services is the first legislative attempt to address the surging internet usage in the PRC through stipulations on the provision of internet email services, the provision of access services to internet email service providers (ESPs) and the sending of emails using the internet inside the PRC. Emails containing 'commercial advertisements' are imposed with requirements on labelling, recipient delisting, and recipients' express consent. ESPs were also required to comply with new technical and administrative provisions, breach of which shall attract fines. However, without an express definition of 'spam' and 'advertising', the precise effect of the law remains to be seen.
Issued: January 22 2006Effective: March 31 2006Main contents: The Circular delegates the departments in charge of commerce at the provincial level and…
Issued: January 22 2006Effective: March 31 2006Main contents: The Circular delegates the departments in charge of commerce at the provincial level and…
Chinese domain names have become an important online marketing tool for businesses with a strong presence in China. However, the lack of regulation is a major concern and may lead to website domain name disputes. What options are available to resolve such disputes and how can businesses protect these intellectual property rights?
Issued: March 13 2006Main contents: Without permission from the China Banking Regulatory Commission, foreign institutions may not publicize or promote…
Issued: March 13 2006Main contents: Without permission from the China Banking Regulatory Commission, foreign institutions may not publicize or promote…
Promulgated: January 26 2006Effective: March 1 2006Main contents: The Measures comprise:Part One: General ProvisionsPart Two: Application and AmendmentPart…
Promulgated: November 3 2005Effective: February 1 2006Applicability: The term “automobile product external identifier” refers to the registered commodity…
Promulgated: January 9 2006Effective: as of date of promulgationMain contents: Hong Kong and Macao service providers are allowed to establish wholly-owned…