Month: October 2022

CHINA | Fundamentals for Managing Employees’ Personal Information

Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) was adopted on 1 November last year and applies to all individuals and organisation handling personal data. Since the adoption, regulators have been actively investigating suspected violations and issuing fines. For employers, implementing PIPL compliance measures when processing employees’ personal information reduces legal risks. In the below, we provide the…

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CHINA | Reducing Legal Risks in Technology Transfers

Cross-border technology transfers can be challenging to navigate in China. As China categorizes technology transfers into three groups (prohibited, restricted, and free), the transfer can be subject to certain limitations or requirements. For foreign companies transferring technology in or out of China, it is crucial to understand obligations and reduce legal risks.   In China,…

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CHINA | Tax Planning for Complex Supply Chains

Complex supply chains require comprehensive tax planning. Especially in cross-border businesses or middle-size and large-scale corporations, integrated tax planning which optimises tax policies and incentives is crucial. Namely, it effects the overall business development and operations. For comprehensive tax planning, tax policies should be applied with a deep understanding of the company's business model and…

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