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How is the current legislative framework for company acquisitions in China?
- June 2016
- Members Access
The Chinese government has been striving to make the long and in-depth approval process of acquisition simpler. However, contradiction and legislative gaps still remain in the country’s company acquisition law as the Chinese government often ha...
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What are the important provisions that investors should refer to when acquiring ...
- June 2016
- Members Access
Foreign investors should note that different provisions apply to acquiring different forms of enterprises in China. “Provisions on Merger and Acquisition of Domestic Enterprises by Foreign Investors”(MOFCOM Order [2009] No.6, hereinafter,...
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How does the Chinese government handle security issues and anti-monopoly investi...
- June 2016
- Members Access
Besides the anti-monopoly investigations stipulated in the PRC Anti-Monopoly Law and in Order No.6., an additional security review by the joint ministerial conference has been required since March 3, 2011, as indicated in “Notice on Establishme...
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What are some of the types of acquisitions and corresponding procedures?
- June 2016
- Free Access
In China, one company can acquire another in several ways, including purchasing some or all of the company’s assets or buying up its outstanding shares of stock. For share acquisitions, investors can acquire the equity or subscribe additional r...
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What is a “letter of intent” and what should be done after initial investiga...
- June 2016
- Members Access
A “letter of intent” aims to outline the matters that the two parties are going to discuss and lay out the complete procedures for doing so. It is then crucial for both parties to employ an asset evaluation agency which is established und...
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What should a company do after signing an acquisition agreement?
- June 2016
- Members Access
Investors should apply for the “Certificate of Approval for Foreign Investment” from MOFCOM or its local level branches according to the investment amount, type of enterprise, and the industry to be invested. In addition, verification by ...
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Which party is responsible for registering new business licenses and what are th...
- June 2016
- Members Access
After receiving the approval certificate from MOFCOM, foreign investors engaged in asset acquisitions have 30 days to register the acquired domestic enterprise as a foreign-invested enterprise(FIE) with the SAIC or its local branches. On the other ha...
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How is Corporate Income Tax determined for acquired companies in China?
- June 2016
- Members Access
Under the PRC Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Law, which applies to both domestic enterprises as well as foreign and foreign-invested enterprises, income arising from the transfer of equity and assets (both fixed and intangible) is subject to CIT. While a...
presentation
Navigating Complexities: An Introduction to Dezan Shira & Associates in India
- June 2016
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This report offers an introduction to Dezan Shira & Associates business services and information platforms for companies seeking to establish themselves in India.
webinar
China Outlook 13th Five Year Plan
- June 2016
- Free Access
Senior Associate and Head of German Desk, Fabian Knopf, shares insights into China’s master plan for 2016-2021 and its implications and opportunities for SMEs.
presentation
Doing Business in China 2016
- June 2016
- Members Access
Riccardo Benussi, Senior Associate on Dezan Shira & Associates' IBA team, presents an introduction to the fundamentals of doing business in China.
infographic
Due Diligence Considerations in India at a Glance
- May 2016
- Members Access
India has successfully topped China in terms of FDI investment in 2015, a unique due diligence factors have to be considered during the process.
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