Antitrust Law and Practice in China and Hong Kong (includes FREE one year access of ONLINE version)

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The enactment of the Anti-Monopoly Law 2008 (AML) in China is an enormous move forward for the country to modernise their antitrust laws as their market economy grows stronger. This book is the first of its kind in the English language to expound the AML in systemic detail whilst also delving into constructive discussion of antitrust law in China and also Hong Kong.

As one of the most thorough guides available on this topic, coverage is included on:

• in-depth guide and evaluation of the AML; 
• determination of relevant market and issues regarding monopoly agreements;
• abuse of dominant market position and protection of intellectual property;
• anti-competitive aspect of mergers and acquisitions;
• introduction to Hong Kong competition law.

The essence of the AML is extracted and put into context with thought provoking discussion from the author. This book is indispensable for students, teachers and professionals looking for an easily accessible guide to antitrust law in China and also for those simply interested in exploring this area of law through stimulating commentary.

The reform of PRC and Hong Kong Antitrust Law (both took place in recent years) has very significant impacts to the state-owned enterprises. The author will discuss the current competitive situations of various industries in China and the possible influence for the Antitrust Law.

In the current market, very few similar products can be found.

• This book will be a guide for law practitioners and will be used for teaching at City University of Hong Kong
• It will generally cover the law interpretations, court cases, analysis of the market monopolism in both China and Hong Kong.
• It will be a practical guide with most updated cases/statistics of the most updated market figures.
• First of its kind in the English language to expound the AML in systemic detail whilst also delving into constructive discussion of antitrust law in China and Hong Kong
• Allows legal practitioners and those interested in Antitrust Law and its development in China and Hong Kong to digest legal principles and cases efficiently 
• A comprehensive index with classifications for each individual case provides for ease of reference when carrying out legal research