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The present legal system of the People's Republic of China began developing in the late 1970's. China’s current legislation reflects a structural similarity to countries like Germany and France. However in recent years, China has begun to adopt some principles and institutions along the lines of a common law system. By global standards the moder ...[Read More]

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Event in Beijing on China, law and sustainability

We are delighted to support the China Britain Law Institute’s (CBLI) October event in Beijing on China, law and sustainability.

Opportunity to host lawyers visiting from Shanghai

As China's commercial hub and financial centre, Shanghai has a thriving legal services market. The Shanghai Bar, the second largest regional bar association in China (with 10,000 members), will organise a small delegation to visit London on 7 September.
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The rule of law and the future of China– the view from Premier Wen Jiabao

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao visited the UK from 25 to 27 June. In addition to visiting the MG Rover plant (now owned by the Shanghai Automotive) and meeting with David Cameron against the backdrop of bilateral trade deals worth GBP 1.4 billion, Premier Wen outlined his vision of China’s future at a speech to the Royal Society.

Trade mission to Beijing and Shanghai

UKTI London are planning a market visit for Financial and Professional Services to Beijing and Shanghai from 2 to 10 July 2011.

Please refer to further details on the programme and the registration process.