In most cases, termination projects are far more contentious and frequently lead to disputes. The best time to plan for termination is before signing the distribution agreement. Distribution arrangements rarely last forever — especially in China's fast-changing consumer market.
A recent case in Shanghai highlights how Chinese authorities may suspend a company's deregistration when outstanding obligations under a valid arbitral award remain unresolved.
Terminating an employee who claims sick leave in China presents significant legal challenges, even when the employer suspects the absence may not be legitimate.
On 14 October, 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) jointly released the Measures for the Certification of Cross-Border Provision of Personal Information. These Measures will take effect on 1 January, 2026, completing the long-awaited compliance framework.
The continuing tariff escalation between China and the United States has begun to hit supply chains in ways many companies didn’t anticipate—even those with long-standing contracts in place.
During a compliance investigation, a complaint was received alleging that a former employee of Company A colluded with a third party, Company C, through an intermediary to fabricate contracts, thereby defrauding both Company A and the actual purchaser, Company C.
A creditor of a Chinese joint venture (JV) initiated arbitration against the JV's shareholders, arguing that it had not been properly informed of the company's liquidation and that the shareholders should be held jointly liable for the JV's debts.
