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Legal issues highlighted as Chinese consumers hold companies to higher standards
Reputational issues are now top of the agenda for Chinese companies as research reveals the impact of scandals, regulations, sovereignty and corporate governance.
Vietnam next big IP challenge as China protects its own high end market
On the eve of the Luxury Law Summit, a former Sony executive warns of challenges coming from the Vietnam market.
Fast-tracked regulation puts Xiaomi on course for world's biggest IPO since 2014
Xiaomi's listing application seen as early vindication for Hong Kong's securities regulator and exchange operator aggressive reforms.
Former regulator bribery charge in China's “cats and rats” finance industry
The former top insurance regulator is charged with abuse of power as China tackles its' "cats and rats" finance industry.
Survey says IP Protection concerns holding back China R&D
AmCham survey reveals a lack of IP protection is preventing US firms using China for research and development operations.
Qualcomm refiling China antitrust application
US chipmaker Qualcomm is expected to refile a takeover application with the Chinese government next week.
China telecoms firm ZTE hit by US sanctions
China telecoms firm ZTE Corp has been hit with a 7-year ban for a sanctions breach by the U.S. government.
Beijing launches attack on China's $15 trillion shadow banking system
Beijing has launched an attack on the shadow banking world using a new database.
Hong Kong's top court frees student activists
Three democracy activists are freed, but court upholds stricter sentencing guidelines for future public order and unlawful protest offences.
Cooley opens second Chinese office in Beijing
Cooley is going against the trend of recent US law firm exits from China with the announcement of a Beijing office.
Linklaters appoints new head of China
The firm has promoted its head of capital markets in Asia to take over from corporate partner Fang Jian.
Shenzhen admits first foreign law firm
Chicago law firm Brinks Gilson & Lione is the first foreign law firm to get approval to practice in China's 'Silicon Valley'.
Chinese move to integrate AI into legal system in university link-up
Peking University has launched a major initiative to develop and apply AI across China's legal ecosystem.
Clifford Chance China financial regulatory head exits for Beijing law firm
Yang Tiecheng joins the fast-expanding Han Kun Law Offices after nearly 20 years with the global law firm.
Harneys expands into Shanghai
Harneys has expanded its Asia operations with the official launch of its Shanghai office as a fully operational legal and fiduciary services firm.
AWA Asia launches patent practice in China
The European firm is strengthening its practice by hiring two top Chinese patent lawyers.
New Brand wins landmark award in China over logo dispute
The US brand trademark £1.2 million win comes amidst pressure over intellectual property rights in China.
Herbert Smith Freehills selects May Tai to head China
The respected mediator will oversee the 300 partner strong Greater China region.
China looks to lead in legaltech
With more than 100 legaltech companies in China, China is gearing up to become a market leader in the legal space.
Withers snaps up Winston & Strawn Asian corporate team
Withers has boosted its international corporate practice in Asia Pacific through the hire of a 12-strong team led by Mabel Lui.