Huan Zhu

Chinese Court’s FRAND Judgment Underscores China’s Expanding Reach in Samsung-ZTE Battle

Last month, the Chongqing Intermediate People's Court underscored China’s expanding judicial reach in intellectual property by issuing a global FRAND (Fair, Reasonable, and Non-Discriminatory) rate-setting judgment in the Samsung-ZTE standard-essential patent (SEP) dispute. The court ruling adds another layer of complexity to a

Beijing Downplays Trade Rift with EU, Citing "Smooth" Communication

China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) downplayed fears of a "full-blown" trade war with the European Union on Thursday, stating that trade communications remain "smooth" and that Brussels has explicitly indicated a trade war is not its goal.

Beijing Publishes White Paper on Global Governance

Today, in a white paper on global governance, China accused unnamed major powers of "politicizing, instrumentalizing, and weaponizing" the global economy in a recent trend of "anti-globalization and protectionism." It then framed itself as a true champion for multilateral cooperation.

Chinese Pharmaceutical Firm Sues over Listing Decision

In the third lawsuit of its kind filed against Washington’s national security blacklists, global pharmaceutical and life sciences giant WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. has filed a federal lawsuit challenging its designation as a "Chinese Military Company" (CMC).

Beijing Fines Travel Agent for Cross-Border Data Violation

Chinese regulators have slapped online travel giant Trip.com Group (formerly known as Ctrip) with a 10 million yuan (approximately $1.4 million) fine, accusing the company of illegally transferring users’ personal information overseas without undergoing mandatory national security reviews.

China Sanctions Philippine Defense Chief over "Irresponsible" Remarks

China has slapped entry bans and economic restrictions on Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and his immediate family, a move Manila quickly condemned.

Chinese Steel Firm Seeks Arbitration Over UK Takeover

China’s Jingye Steel has formally triggered international investment treaty proceedings against the UK government, demanding "timely, adequate, and effective compensation" following London's moves to strip the Chinese firm's ownership and fully nationalize British Steel.
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