February 2026

Trapped at Border: A Practical Guide to Handling Exit Bans in China

Tech Transfer & Licensing, Trade Secret, Uncategorized /

Introduction: The Hidden Risk in the Chinese Market For foreign executives, China offers vast opportunities but also significant complexities. After years of navigating supply chains, joint ventures, and regulatory requirements, there remains a risk that often surprises even the most experienced professionals: the exit ban, known in Chinese legal terms as biankong. This situation feels […]

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Introducing a New Era of Design Protection in China’s Jewelry Market

Copyright, Uncategorized /

From Administrative Actions to Criminal Enforcement: Enhancing Jewelry Protection China’s intellectual property enforcement is undergoing a major shift that redefines artistic protection and reflects a more mature legal system for creative industries. For years, international brands in China struggled to protect their industrial designs, often relying on administrative seizures that only temporarily disrupted counterfeiters, leaving

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