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.
In a recent move, the Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation have jointly issued two announcements, each designed to reduce the financial load on taxpayers in China.
By Fabian Knopf On 8 March 2023, China finally acceded the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961 Abolishing the Requirement of legalization for Foreign Public Documents (Apostille Convention). It will go into effect on 7 November 2023. This event should have a huge and positive impact for international businesses operating in China. Currently, the legalization […]
We are pleased to announce that the 2021 edition of the Legal500 Asia Pacific has given special recognition of R&P’s labor and employment practice! This ranking highlights R&P expertise in supporting international clients on the termination of senior officers, mass lay-off strategies, the resolution of labor disputes and arbitrations, and day-to-day support in employment matters. Maarten Roos and Robin Tabbers were specifically mentioned as key […]
In this quarter's briefing we focus on Retail in China and write about Legal Aspects and Best Practices for Retailers in China and China's Strict Rules on Advertising: Foreign Companies Be Prepared.
