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Successfully Selling to China: What Matters in E-Commerce
China - Commercial & Corporate Law

Successfully Selling to China: What Matters in E-Commerce

China is an attractive e-commerce market for many foreign companies. Products from Europe are often associated with quality, safety, […]

China Updates Technology Contract Registration Rules for 2026
China - Commercial & Corporate Law

China Updates Technology Contract Registration Rules for 2026

China is updating the regulatory framework governing technology contract registration. The new measures, issued by the Ministery of Industry […]

Transporting a Dinosaur Fossil to China: Legal Requirements for International Fossil Transport
General

Transporting a Dinosaur Fossil to China: Legal Requirements for International Fossil Transport

For 67 million years, they rested in the ground. Now they are on display in Beijing. The international transport […]

Shareholder Agreements in China: Why Unanimous Consent Alone Doesn’t Bind the Company
General

Shareholder Agreements in China: Why Unanimous Consent Alone Doesn’t Bind the Company

When structuring investments or joint ventures in China, shareholder agreements are among the most widely used governance tools. Yet […]

China’s New Tax Arrears Measures 2026 (Order No. 61): What Businesses Need to Know
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China’s New Tax Arrears Measures 2026 (Order No. 61): What Businesses Need to Know

China's State Taxation Administration officially enacted the Measures for Announcement of Tax Arrears (Order No. 61) on 1 March […]

China’s 2026 Arbitration Law Reform: Key Changes and What German Companies Must Do Now
China - Commercial & Corporate Law

China’s 2026 Arbitration Law Reform: Key Changes and What German Companies Must Do Now

On 1 March 2026, China implemented a major revision of its Arbitration Law – the first substantive overhaul in […]

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030): Impacts on Foreign Businesses
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China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030): Impacts on Foreign Businesses

On 5th March 2026, the draft of the PRC’s 15th Five-Year Plan was submitted to the National People’s Congress […]

Service Address in Germany During Legal Proceedings Abroad
Germany - Process Agent

Service Address in Germany During Legal Proceedings Abroad

A service address in Germany during legal proceedings abroad is often required when individuals relocate while being involved in […]

Process Agent in Germany for Patent Attorneys: Service Address Requirements
Germany - Process Agent

Process Agent in Germany for Patent Attorneys: Service Address Requirements

International patent attorneys often operate across borders and may not maintain a physical office in Germany. However, German legal […]

Skilled Immigration to Germany: Accelerated Work Visa Procedure for International Talent
Germany - Advisory Int. Companies in Germany

Skilled Immigration to Germany: Accelerated Work Visa Procedure for International Talent

The German labor market is currently facing a significant shortage of skilled workers. Sectors such as engineering, IT, and […]

Tax Updates 2026 – Germany
General

Tax Updates 2026 – Germany

Under the mileage allowance scheme, commuters can claim tax relief on the cost of travelling between their home and […]

Record-keeping obligations – Who is affected?
General

Record-keeping obligations – Who is affected?

In addition to the statutory minimum wage, the Minimum Wage Act (MiLoG) imposes record-keeping obligations regarding employees’ daily working […]

Germany’s Minimum Wage 2026: New Rates and Key Implications
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Germany’s Minimum Wage 2026: New Rates and Key Implications

From 1 January 2026, the nationwide statutory minimum wage will be raised again.

Immediate notification – Combating illegal employment and undeclared work in Germany
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Immediate notification – Combating illegal employment and undeclared work in Germany

Employers in certain sectors are required to submit immediate notifications and report the start date of employment no later […]

Tax-Free Additional Earnings After Reaching the Statutory Retirement Age – the “Active Pension” (Aktivrente)
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Tax-Free Additional Earnings After Reaching the Statutory Retirement Age – the “Active Pension” (Aktivrente)

With the Active Pension Act (Aktivrenten­gesetz), the German government would like to promote voluntary continued employment beyond the statutory […]

2025 Annual Report Audit: Key Focus Areas Under China’s Latest Accounting Standards
China - Commercial & Corporate Law

2025 Annual Report Audit: Key Focus Areas Under China’s Latest Accounting Standards

The annual audit is a critical milestone in ensuring the accuracy and credibility of a company’s financial reporting. On […]

China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030): Key Priorities & Impact on Foreign Businesses
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China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030): Key Priorities & Impact on Foreign Businesses

At the recent Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) in […]

Hainan Free Trade Port 2025: Customs Closure and Opportunities for Foreign Investors
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Hainan Free Trade Port 2025: Customs Closure and Opportunities for Foreign Investors

On December 18, 2025, the Hainan Free Trade Port will officially implement a full customs closure, transforming the entire […]

Labor Law in China 2025 – New Rules, New Obligations
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Labor Law in China 2025 – New Rules, New Obligations

China’s labor legislation is undergoing significant changes. Since early 2025, several reforms have come into effect, impacting not only […]

China’s New VAT Law: A major shift towards a clearer and more predictable tax system
China - Commercial & Corporate Law

China’s New VAT Law: A major shift towards a clearer and more predictable tax system

On January 1, 2026, China will implement its new Value-Added Tax (VAT) Law, replacing the existing "Interim VAT Regulations […]

China: Reform of Arbitration Law – Need for Action for German Companies?
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China: Reform of Arbitration Law – Need for Action for German Companies?

On March 1, 2026, the comprehensive reform of Chinese arbitration law will come into force. Many of the new […]

AI in the Supervisory Board – Opportunities, Duties and Risks from a Corporate Law Perspective
Germany - Advisory Int. Companies in Germany

AI in the Supervisory Board – Opportunities, Duties and Risks from a Corporate Law Perspective

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly important in companies. In the realm of corporate governance, particularly […]

AI in Employment Law – Opportunities, Risks, and Legal Challenges
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AI in Employment Law – Opportunities, Risks, and Legal Challenges

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly finding its way into various areas of working life, from automated recruitment processes and […]

AI in International Corporations – Opportunities, Risks, and Compliance Challenges between the EU and China
Germany - Commercial + Corporate Law

AI in International Corporations – Opportunities, Risks, and Compliance Challenges between the EU and China

The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in international corporations promises efficiency gains, scalability, and innovation advantages. At the same […]

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