ABSTRACT

The Chinese market is appealing, but the Chinese legal system is very complicated. A basic understanding of Chinese law is absolutely crucial for companies investing in this fast-growing and potentially huge market. Since China is moving toward a socialist market economy and is increasingly integrated into the world market, some aspects of China's commercial law are different from, while others are moving into line with, those of mature market economies.

This book provides an introduction to the Chinese legal system, focusing on laws and regulations on foreign direct investment and highlights recent government policies and measures undertaken to intensify economics reforms so as to meet various challenges arising from China's accession to the World Trade Organization.

chapter 1|23 pages

An overview of the Chinese legal system

chapter 2|34 pages

Business organizations

chapter 3|61 pages

Foreign investment enterprises

chapter 4|32 pages

Contracts

chapter 5|55 pages

Intellectual property

chapter 6|30 pages

Labor and employment

chapter 7|22 pages

Consumer protection

chapter 8|37 pages

Taxation, banking, and securities

chapter 9|30 pages

Dispute resolution

chapter 10|24 pages

Accession to the World Trade Organization

chapter 11|21 pages

The development of the western region