China 'to allow Olympic protests' Jul 24, 2008
Chinese law as Mr Wu made clear lets ordinary people stage demonstrations, but few protests take place that are not sanctioned by the government. To underline just how sensitive the issue is, the Chinese authorities seemed reluctant to publicise exactly where protests would be allowed. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Beijing to Set up Olympic Protest Zones in Parks Jul 23, 2008
Liu reiterated that Chinese law requires all demonstrations be approved by police in advance, but when asked by reporters he declined to say whether that applied to the protest zones. Special protest zones have been part of past Olympics, including the 2004 games in Athens. (Newsmax)
China to halt flights for Olympic launch Jul 20, 2008
Authorities said her outburst "broke Chinese law and hurt Chinese people's feelings," and vowed to be stricter on foreign performers. The notice on the Ministry of Culture's Web site on Thursday said should strengthen rules about foreign performers, including checks on their backgrounds. (CNN -- International)
China ban for 'threatening' stars Jul 18, 2008
China's culture ministry said after the outburst that it "broke Chinese law and hurt Chinese people's feelings". And it pledged to "further tighten controls". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Quality problems and a weak power grid hamper China's wind power efforts Jul 17, 2008
Though Chinese law requires the two state-owned power grid operators to provide connections and buy up all renewable energy, they have been slow, especially as wind farms are often remote and wind power generation fluctuates, depending on the weather. 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Tilting at China's red windmills Jul 16, 2008
The arrest was illegal; according to Chinese law, any suspected libel of a person or an institution must be dealt with by a civil lawsuit brought to a court by the party which claims to be the victim. In other words, there is no role for the police. (Asia Times Online)
Many vacant hotel rooms remain ahead of Olympics Jul 16, 2008
Chinese authorities have made some arrangements on issuing visas to foreigners, which is in accordance with the practice of past games and Chinese law, Sun said. The aim of the visa policy is to guarantee the safety of participants in the Olympics. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
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Portland law firm aligns with Chinese law firm - Portland Business Journal ... Portland law firm aligns with Chinese law firm. (Portland Business Journal, OR)
Some Australians packing Tibet protest kits for trip Jul 15, 2008
There is a Chinese law which says you cannot take that kind of material into the country, Tancred said. And it is also a breach of IOC Rule 51, which says there can be no religious, political or racial demonstrations during the Games. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Danone dealt setback in battle with Wahaha Jul 15, 2008
Zong has argued that the 1996 agreement giving Danone control of the Wahaha brand violated Chinese law and that rights to the trademark remain with his company ... Zong has argued that the 1996 agreement giving Danone control of the Wahaha brand violated Chinese law and that rights to the trademark remain with his company. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Sociological analysis shows emergence of 'rights revolution' in China Jul 14, 2008
This activism focuses on specific rights prescribed by Chinese law, such as labor, property and rural land rights. According to Lee, growing unrest over social injustice, as well as wealth and power gaps in Chinese societydue to the country's rapid economic developmenthas led to three decades of market reform and legal proliferation by the central government in Beijing. (EurekAlert!)
"Human flesh search engine": an Internet lynching? Jul 5, 2008
"I just want them to be punished," she said, adding that according to Chinese law, such behavior, although immoral, invite no legal punishment. After the May 12 earthquake, a girl from a college in Chongqing municipality nicknamed Diebao said on the Internet that the earthquake was "interesting". (Xinhuanet, China)
Chinese pumpkin farmer cultivates political reform Jul 2, 2008
His main weapon was Chinese law, the letter of which offers many guarantees that, in practice, are often set aside by party leaders. In a country where the party crushes any attempt at forming associations outside its control, Lu's goal of spreading the word on how to use lawbooks to oppose local leaders amounted to a relatively novel political challenge. (Christian Science Monitor)
Microsoft Not Under Investigation In China--Yet Jun 20, 2008
In an e-mail message, Microsoft spokeswoman Alice Li said: "We fully support China's efforts to establish an environment conducive to promoting fair competition and we believe we are in compliance with Chinese law. We also believe efforts such as the AML (anti-monopoly law) will better safeguard interests and benefits of consumers, encourage innovation and enhance economic development.". More On This Topic Companies. (Forbes -- Markets)
China denies MS investigation Jun 20, 2008
"We fully support China's efforts to establish an environment conducive to promoting fair competition and we believe we are in compliance with Chinese law," Microsoft said by e-mail. Add to. (InfoWorld)
China denies Microsoft monopoly reports Jun 20, 2008
A Microsoft spokesman, Ranfeng Chen, said the company supports efforts to establish an environment conducive to promoting fair competition and said Microsoft is in compliance with Chinese law. We also believe efforts such as the anti-monopoly law will better safeguard interests and benefits of consumers, encourage innovation and enhance economic development, he said. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Vice FM: Chunxiao oil field's sovereign rights belong to China Jun 20, 2008
The development of Chunxiao oil and gas field must be conducted in accordance with the Chinese law, Wu said, adding this is the biggest difference from joint development. "This indicates that the sovereign rights of Chunxiao oil and gas field belong to China," Wu noted. (Xinhuanet, China)
Lure of a better life tempts Chinese off the land Jun 17, 2008
Registered officially as a farmer, Chen is entitled under Chinese law to a small plot of land. But he now works as a technician providing support to small local knitting factories. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Goldminer pulls plug on pursuit of summer Jun 7, 2008
The Hulunbuir wetlands are protected under Chinese law and also under a trilateral wetlands treaty between Russia, Mongolia and China. It is listed as a "wetland of international importance" under the Ramsar convention and UNESCO classifies it as a "man and biosphere reserve". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
China warning to Olympic visitors Jun 4, 2008
The organisers' detailed do's and don't's document is entitled: "A guide to Chinese law for Foreigners coming to, leaving or staying in China during the Olympics.". It advises visitors of the need for official permission to stage a protest, and warns that sleeping outdoors is forbidden "to maintain public hygiene". (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Global Lawyer: Arguing the World Jun 3, 2008
Among them, they also have experience working at the in Geneva, the in London and a Chinese law firm in Shanghai. In the quarter-finals, Case Western had a formidable opponent in the -- the most successful school in Jessup history, with four grand trophies in its cupboard and an 82. (Law.com)
Minnesota Town Vanishes From Google Street Images Jun 3, 2008
Though Google declined to confirm or deny this report, it's likely that Google will have no choice but to alter its Chinese maps if required to do so by Chinese law. China last year passed a law that restricted mapping and surveying by foreigners in order to protect national security. (InformationWeek)
St. Mary's names Cantu the new law school dean May 15, 2008
In the past year, Cantu has helped raise more than $4 million for the law school, establish three new law alumni chapters in McAllen, Austin and El Paso and is in the process of forming a relationship with a law school in China and internship program with a Chinese law firm. That program will start in the fall of 2009. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Rio Tinto: BHP and China at odds over Chinese antitrust requirements, sources say May 14, 2008
He argued that although the new Chinese law may have the ability to act retrospectively, Chinese regulators would find it difficult to argue a basis for jurisdiction. The source explained that although BHP and Rio Tinto both export products to China, neither has any production there. (FT.com -- Markets)
Supreme Court declines to hear asylum case involving forced abortion May 13, 2008
Immigration judges and a federal appeals court had earlier rejected Yi Qiang Yang's application for asylum, saying that he did not qualify since he and his wife were not officially married under Chinese law. Lawyers for Mr. Yang countered that he and his wife participated in a traditional Chinese marriage ceremony when he was 21 and she was 17. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Evangelist Graham in China for meetings May 9, 2008
While some Christian groups have said they plan to proselytize during the August games, Graham said he was against that because Chinese law does not permit such actions. "I would not support any illegal activity at all," Graham said. (The Daily Reflector)
Premier Wen urges law students to be fair-minded, patriotic May 5, 2008
BEIJING, May 4 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao urged Chinese law students to be fair-minded and patriotic in future law enforcement here on Sunday. A law student should develop a high degree of sense of responsibility for the country, the society and the people. (Xinhuanet, China)
Amicus Capital Corp. Announces Its Acquisition of a China-Based Manufacturer and Retailer of Nutritional Supplements and Personal Care Products as Its Qualifying Transaction May 2, 2008
Polo Biology has transferred certain of its assets to Polo JV and the economic benefit of certain of its assets has been made available to Polo JV under contractual arrangements until they can be transferred to Polo JV in accordance with Chinese law ... In addition, Polo Biology has made available to Polo JV under contractual arrangements the economic benefit of certain of its assets until they can be transferred to Polo JV in accordance with Chinese law. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
* Hu Jia blocked from appealing sentence, lawyer says Apr 18, 2008
Hu, a prominent human rights activist, was sentenced on April 3 to three years and six months in jail on charges of inciting subversion and under Chinese law had 10 days from that date to challenge the verdict. But he has been held incommunicado and barred from consulting with his legal team to discuss an appeal, lawyer Li Fangping () said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Letters for Friday, April 18, 2008 Apr 18, 2008
Today, Chinese Law Journal recognizes the fact that the Hawaiian Kingdom still exists albeit under the U.S. belligerent occupation. Under Jewish law, that most countries accept as common law, a signature under duress is ineffectual, null and void. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
* Rights group urges China to educate refugee kids Apr 14, 2008
Schools demand such documents even though Chinese law stipulates that all children shall receive nine years of compulsory and free education regardless of sex, nationality or race, it said. China must immediately stop such practices and allow access to education for all children, without preconditions, Elaine Pearson, the groups Asia deputy director, said in the report. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Head of IOC says Olympics in 'crisis' over torch relay protests, criticism of China Apr 12, 2008
Rogge insisted that a number of important points have been met on human rights, including a new Chinese law enacted in 2007 that removed many restrictions on foreign journalists. But he said the law had not been fully implemented and he was urging Chinese officials to do so as soon as possible. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Bogus Military Vehicles And Plates Seized Apr 12, 2008
According to Chinese law, those caught driving an imitation vehicle could face criminal charges and a fine of up to 2,000 yuan. Counterfeiters themselves could be jailed for up to three years. (Sky News)
Olympics Chief: Games Facing A "Crisis" Apr 11, 2008
" When Beijing was seeking the games, Rogge noted, Chinese officials said the Olympics would help advance social change, including human rights. He called that a "moral engagement" and stressed there was no "contractual promise whatsoever" on human rights in the official host city contract. "I would definitely ask China to respect this moral engagement," Rogge said, in one of his most pointed comments on the subject. Rogge reported having "very frank and open discussions" with Chinese Premier... (CBS News)
TYC is pure terrorist organization Apr 11, 2008
In a meeting of its "central executive committee" in Dharamsala, India, the TYC approved a decision to "found a guerrilla movement as soon as possible to secretly enter China and carry out armed struggles. The organization also made preliminary plans to prepare personnel, funding and arms to steal into China through the China-Nepal border. Some ringleaders even claimed that they could sacrifice at least 100 Tibetans to achieve a "thorough victory". It's not strange for a terrorist organization... (Xinhuanet, China)
China's Great Migration Apr 11, 2008
Even Chinese law enforcement has tended to tolerate the snakehead trade. I meet with a Fujianese cop who works the snakehead beat, and he tells me that in recent years he and his colleagues have made some arrests, but this type of crime has never been a huge priority. (Slate)
Tibetan leaders struggle to speak for split populace Apr 9, 2008
Here in Dharamsala, where the CTA's collection of weather-worn buildings clings to a pine-studded spur of the Himalayas, autopsy photos of dead Tibetans stretch above narrow, potholed streets like gruesome prayer flags commemorating those allegedly killed by Chinese law enforcement. For its part, the Chinese government has dismissed as "totally fake" a list of 40 victims released by the government-in-exile two weeks ago. (Christian Science Monitor)
China Faces The Music Apr 8, 2008
The maximum statutory compensation under Chinese law is 500,000 yuan ($71,000) per track. The record companies allege that there have been copyright infringements on more than a quarter of a million tracks. (Forbes -- Markets)
Chinese dissentFive articles, two interviews - three years in jail Apr 4, 2008
Under Chinese law, they have 10 days to make up their minds. A little later, Hu Jia's wife, Zeng Jinyan, also emerged from the court after attending the hearing with other family members. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
China may pose hurdle to Microsoft's bid for Yahoo Mar 29, 2008
Executives at Microsoft and Yahoo declined to comment on the possible effect of the new Chinese law. In rejecting Microsoft's takeover bid in January, Yahoo's chief executive, Jerry Yang, said in a letter to employees that the offer substantially undervalued the company, in part because of the significant growth potential of the Alibaba business in China. (International Herald Tribune)
Timeline: Taiwan Mar 22, 2008
2005 March - Taiwan condemns a new Chinese law giving Beijing the legal right to use force should Taipei declare formal independence. 2005 April - National Party (KMT) leader Lien Chan visits China for the first meeting between Nationalist and Communist Party leaders since 1949. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
* Bjork's call for Tibetan independence draws China's ire uW_v Mar 17, 2008
But in a statement posted on its Web site, the ministry said that Bjork's call "broke Chinese law and hurt Chinese people's feelings.". The statement said Bjork had "deliberately turned a commercial show into a political performance" and that China would "no longer welcome any artists who deliberately do this.". (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Olympics: China tags drugs to prevent athletes from misuse Mar 17, 2008
The Chinese law also forbids the sales of protein assimilation preparations except insulin or the sales of peptide hormones, Wu added. The moves were aimed at a fair and clean environment for the Games, Wu noted. (Xinhuanet, China)
Nike reports problems at China factories Mar 15, 2008
In its first country-specific supply chain report, which it said focused on China because of the upcoming Beijing Olympics, Nike detailed the efforts it has been making to get suppliers to comply with its code of conduct and Chinese law, including a program to monitor Olympics-related suppliers this year. "As China continues to develop we see progress and best practices emerging," said the report, which was released earlier this month on Nike's Web site. (ABC News -- Wire)
HSBC shares jump on bigger stake in China BoCom talk Mar 15, 2008
Analysts said investors were reacting to reports that HSBC had already applied to go for a bigger stake, seeking an exemption to Chinese law that caps foreign ownership of a domestic bank at just under 20 percent. One fund manager in Hong Kong said HSBC extended a rally after a recent stock upgrade from Goldman Sachs. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
A shadow on the Games Mar 15, 2008
Officials complained that Bjrk broke Chinese law and hurt Chinese people's feelings. It is improbable that the current uprising will last very long in the face of the overwhelming forces gathered against it. (Globe and Mail)
Exile group says 30 killed in Tibet Mar 15, 2008
In this image taken with a mobile device, made available by the Indian Branch of Students for a Free Tibet, which purports to show pedestrians walking amid Chinese law enforcement, Friday, March 14, 2008, in Sangchu County, Kanlho "Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture", Gansu Province, China ... In this image taken with a mobile device, made available by the Indian Branch of Students for a Free Tibet, which purports to show pedestrians walking amid Chinese law enforcement, Friday, March 14, 2008, in... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
China to clamp down after Bjork outburst Mar 9, 2008
A statement by China's Culture Ministry said Bjork's outburst broke Chinese law and hurt Chinese people's feelings. Bjork's exclamation came after a passionate performance of her song Declare Independence on Sunday. (Globe and Mail)
China to crack down on pop stars Mar 8, 2008
China's culture ministry said the outburst "broke Chinese law and hurt Chinese people's feelings" and pledged to "further tighten controls". "We will further tighten controls on foreign artists performing in China in order to prevent similar cases from happening in the future," the ministry said in a statement on its website. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Bjork Tibet Cry: Blacklisting May Follow Mar 7, 2008
It added this "...not only broke Chinese law, but also hurt Chinese audiences' feelings.". Bjork's support of the cause of Tibetan independence is not new - she performed at a Free Tibet concert in San Francisco in 1996. (Sky News)
Reed Smith Bulks Up in China by Adding a Dewey & LeBoeuf Office Feb 28, 2008
The firm said he is a longtime authority on Chinese law, working in Beijing since 1985. Michael H. Dardzinski will join as counsel. (Law.com)
Young Chinese billionaire sued for illegal fund raising Feb 23, 2008
If found guilty, Wu faces up to 10 years in prison, according to Chinese law. Another seven suspects related to the case were accused of illegally helping Wu raise funds. (Xinhuanet, China)
Yahoo pleads for Chinese dissidents Feb 22, 2008
Three months ago, Yahoo settled a suit in federal court by two jailed Chinese journalists and their families who had accused the company of illegally turning over e-mail records and other information to Chinese law enforcement ... Yang wrote in the letter to Rice that "Yahoo deeply regrets the circumstances that led to the imprisonment of individuals in China." He added that demands for information by authorities there places foreign Internet firms in a difficult position and that his company... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
SIIA files nine suits on behalf of Adobe, Symantec Feb 18, 2008
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Activist in China to be tried for subversion Feb 15, 2008
Another activist, Hu Jia, was formally charged Jan. 28 for his blogging under the same broadly framed Chinese law that bars "inciting subversion of state power." A writer, Lu Gensong, was sentenced to four years in prison Feb. 4 on the same charge, according to the New York-based Human Rights Watch. That organization and other foreign groups have denounced the arrests and trials as a betrayal of China's obligations as an Olympic host to pay more regard to human rights, particularly in matters of... (Boston Globe)
'Real Body' Exhibits: But Whose Bodies? Feb 15, 2008
In an interview to be aired Friday on the ABC News program "20/20," Dr. Gunther von Hagens also says an underground black market is providing bodies to Chinese companies that export them to the U.S. and Europe, despite a 2006 Chinese law prohibiting the export of human bodies for commercial purposes. A spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry said it was investigating the allegations. (ABC News)
Yahoo China, Baidu, Sohu Accused Of Music Piracy Feb 7, 2008
The group cited a recent ruling by a Beijing court that found Yahoo China's music service is illegal under Chinese law. IFPI said the company hasn't complied with the court's ruling and it sent letters last month to Yahoo's U.S. leaders urging them to use its influence to stop "continuing breach of copyright law." This week, IFPI asked the court to force Yahoo China to comply with the ruling. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
China eases new online video-sharing restrictions Feb 6, 2008
Yahoo China also faces proceedings after refusing to comply with a December ruling by the Beijing Higher People's Court, which confirmed that the company had violated Chinese law by committing mass copyright infringement, the federation added. . (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Warner, Universal take action against Baidu over piracy: IFPI Feb 5, 2008
Yahoo China also faces proceedings after refusing to comply with a December ruling by the Beijing Higher People's Court which confirmed that the company violated Chinese law by committing mass copyright infringement, IFPI added ... In December, IFPI said the Beijing Higher People's Court upheld a ruling that Yahoo China violates Chinese law by facilitating mass copyright infringement through music downloads. (Scientific American)
* The growing danger in the Strait Feb 1, 2008
However, Chinese law stipulates that foreign naval vessels must obtain authorization prior to passage. Second, the US insists that military vessels or aircraft have the right to intelligence collection, aircraft landing or lift-off, and military operations while passing or flying through foreign Exclusive Economic Zones(EEZs). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Taxing change confronts China Jan 24, 2008
But now I fully understand, after all that has happened," Wang said. On September 25, 2006, a van blocked the front door of the Mingyuan Hotel, 13 people got out and rushed to the reception desk, the financial department and security department of the hotel. Without showing any official credentials, the intruders claimed they were from the taxation authority and had come to check the hotels accounts. The check lasted about half an hour. Only when the people were about to leave did they show the... (Asia Times Online)
Danone Says Faber Has Resigned as Chairman of China Ventures With Wahaha Jan 17, 2008
Zong said in July that the 1996 agreement giving Danone control of the Wahaha brand violated Chinese law and rights to the trademark remain with the company, based in Hangzhou, east China. To contact the reporter on this story: John Liu in Shanghai at. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Your view: A Chinese provocation Jan 10, 2008
At issue was, in complying with Chinese law, what did these companies do to get access to the Chinese market. It looks as if in their rush to take advantage of the new market they became part of the Chinese government s censorship program that limits the free flow of information on the Internet. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
'This is a clear victory of rule of law and international intervention' Jan 9, 2008
The organization said under Chinese law, people can be detained administratively for 37 days, but then either a formal arrest warrant must be issued or the people released. "The Chinese government has made a positive step regarding this case," said Bob Fu, president and founder of China Aid. (WorldNetDaily)
Esprit Financial Group Inc. (Esprit) (EFGO.PK) Finalizes Good Life China Merger Jan 2, 2008
BEIJING, China, Jan. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Esprit Financial Group Inc. (EFGO.PK) DBA Good Life China announced today that it has finalized and completed the acquisition of Hebei Haorizi Company Ltd. Esprit CEO Garr Winters advised, "We are very pleased to make this announcement. This transaction was a complex one given the fact that Good Life is based in China, and under Chinese law, a Special Purpose Corporation (SPC) is required to facilitate the merge. We must thank Good Life CEO Dongmei... (PR Newswire)
