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Mergers and Acquisitions in China

Mergers and Acquisitions in China

Author: Owen D. NEE JR; Jingzhou TAO
Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell Hong Kong
ISBN: 9789626613573
Published In: May 2009
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: China ? Disclaimer:
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The clear, practical and current reference you need for M&A matters in China.

Mergers and acquisitions continue to be the most important topic for businesses in China. This title offers up-to-date analysis of key issues and pitfalls facing foreign businesses in M&A transactions. The authors, widely recognized for their knowledge of Chinese Law and procedure, can help you understand the actions you need to take and their possible outcomes, so your clients avoid legal and business difficulties.

Features and benefits

l Expertise of two veteran China practitioners for realistic, up-to-date guidance

l An editorial board of highly respected China law experts from around the world, offering breadth and depth of information

l A concise survey of China's economic development and the origin and current state of M&A activity

l A thorough procedure to consider the target business assets, strengths, weaknesses, and other key considerations

l Chapters offering detailed consideration of acquisition via:

n Joint venture

n An interest in an existing foreign-invested enterprise

n An interest in a limited liability company

n Shares in a listed company

n Merger

n Reorganisation of a state-owned enterprise by foreign investors

n Shareholder agreements

n An interest in certain regulated Chinese enterprises

l Discussions of antitrust, tax, and labor laws that affect M&A dealings

l Coverage of bribery and related matters to ensure compliance with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

l Practice-oriented M&A examples and case studies to illustrate legal principles

l Extensive citations to relevant Chinese laws

l An appendix of relevant source materials

l A chart that provides Chinese language titles of cited laws and rules for more advanced research.

1 The Early Development of China’s Economy and the Origin of M&A Activity

2 The Current State of M&A Activity in China

3 Examining the Target

4 Joint Venture Method to Acquire a China Business

5 Acquiring an Interest in an Existing Foreign Invested Enterprise

6 Acquiring an Interest in a Limited Liability Company

7 Acquisition of Shares in Listed Companies

8 Mergers

9 Reorganisation of State Owned Enterprises by Foreign Investors

10 Shareholder Agreements in Acquisitions

11 Acquisitions of Interests in Certain Regulated Chinese Enterprises

12 Antitrust Law Issues