Other Briefings
China’s PIPL in Action: Key Takeaways for Multinationals from A Landmark Lawsuit
A landmark lawsuit brought under the PIPL highlights how Chinese courts interpret consent, necessity, and compliance in data processing, offering key insights for foreign businesses and MNCs.
Subcontracting, Outsourcing, and Affiliate Risks in China: Employer Liability Explained
China’s Supreme People’s Court has clarified employer liability in subcontracting, outsourcing, and affiliating arrangements in its recent judicial interpretation. For foreign investors, it stresses the need for qualification checks, strong contracts, and proactive compliance to mitigate risks.
China’s New K Visa: Opening the Door Wider for Young Foreign Talent
China’s newly revised entry-exit and K visa policy, effective October 1, 2025, opens the door to young foreign science and tech talent with greater flexibility and fewer barriers.
China’s New Judicial Interpretation II on Labor Disputes: Key Themes at a Glance
China’s newly released Judicial Interpretation II on Labor Disputes marks a significant development in unifying legal standards across high-risk employment areas. Foreign-invested enterprises are advised to act timely to reduce labor dispute risks and enhance operational certainty.
Data as Intellectual Property in China: Legal Developments and Regional Pilots
China is establishing a state-led framework recognizing processed data as a new form of intellectual property (IP), enabling its registration, licensing, and commercialization through formal exchanges.
Does Your Business Need to File DPO Information With the CAC?
New CAC rules make data protection officer (DPO) reporting mandatory for companies processing over one million individuals’ data. Find out if your business needs to comply and how to file.
China Rolls Out Additional Policies to Boost Foreign Firms’ Reinvestment
China unveiled a fresh policy package to promote foreign reinvestment, addressing investor concerns through streamlined approvals, tax perks, and better financing access —part of a broader strategy to stabilize investment and deepen economic ties.
Key Considerations for Foreign Businesses in Cross-Border Restructuring
Foreign‑invested companies in China are exploring cross‑border restructuring to hedge geopolitical risk while preserving market access. This article lays out a forward‑looking framework to help businesses restructure quickly and wisely.
