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04 Aug 2026
Tea and F&B Franchise Outbound Compliance for Chinese Brands
Chinese new-tea and restaurant brands expand via company-owned stores, JVs and franchising / master franchise. The work spans trademark races, franchise disclosure, food safety, l…
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02 Aug 2026
Written Confirmation of a Zero Share: Partnership Property, Registration, and Contract Freedom in China
When two people buy a property together, the register often shows them as co-owners, but a later written agreement may tell a different story. In a case decided by the Daya Bay Ec…
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02 Aug 2026
Banking and Financial Compliance in China: Loan Agreements, Rate Rules and the Boundary Between Default and Crime
Borrowing and lending in China operate in a dense regulatory environment where the difference between a civil dispute and a criminal offense can turn on a single clause in a loan…
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28 Jul 2026
Contract Drafting: Beijing Installment Sales
An installment sales buyer defaulted after initial payments. The case highlights the importance of clear payment schedules and default provisions. Sellers should include credit ve…
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16 Jul 2026
International Joint Ventures in Agriculture: Key Contract Drafting for Foreign Investors
International Joint Ventures in Chinese Agriculture: Contract Drafting for Foreign Investors Agricultural joint ventures in China offer substantial opportunities for foreign inves…
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16 Jul 2026
Drafting Bilingual Business Contracts in China: Essential Clauses for Cross-Border Transactions
Employment Contract Requirements for Joint Venture Companies in China contract formation process must follow the principles of (equality and voluntariness) and (negotiation and co…
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16 Jul 2026
Sino-Foreign Joint Ventures in China: Registration, Structure, and Legal Considerations
Understanding Sino-Foreign Joint Ventures in China Thomas Xu, an attorney based in Ankang, Shaanxi Province, provides an overview of the legal landscape surrounding this topic as…
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16 Jul 2026
Drafting Cross-Border Commercial Contracts: Essential Clauses for International Trade with China
Foundation of Chinese Contract LawThe Civil Code of the People’s Republic of China governs all contractual relationships. Chinese contract law emphasizes equality, voluntary agree…
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15 Jul 2026
Commercial Contract Breach in China: Legal Remedies and Dispute Resolution Under the PRC Civil Code
Commercial contracts form the backbone of business relationships in China, and disputes over breach of contract are among the most common legal issues faced by foreign companies o…
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07 Jul 2026
Essentials of Business Contract Formation Under Chinese Law
Essentials of Business Contract Formation Under Chinese Law For foreign entrepreneurs and companies conducting business in China, understanding the fundamentals of contract format…
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