The audit on personal data protection is coming

The Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) published the Administrative Measures for the Audit of Personal Information Protection Compliance for Comment in August. The aim is to operationalize the regular compliance audit for processors of personal information in accordance with Article 54 and 64 of the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL). The administrative measures specify the… Continue reading The audit on personal data protection is coming

Verification of the processing personal information

On August 3, Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) issued draft administrative guidelines for privacy-compliant reviews of personal information and related reference points for public expression. The goal of the documents is to provide regulatory oversight of data privacy compliance. However, data processors are also expected to self-regulate and increase their awareness of the need to… Continue reading Verification of the processing personal information

The German Supply Chain Act Requires in China Compliance

The new German Supply Chain Act (LkSG) brings far-reaching new due diligence requirements for managers. They must strive to avoid risks related to the violation of human rights and the environment and to manage the company responsibly across borders. The law, which will apply from 2023, initially only affects German companies with more than 3,000… Continue reading The German Supply Chain Act Requires in China Compliance

The New Stamp Duty Law also Reduces the IP Costs

On June 10, 2021, the new Stamp Tax Law of the People’s Republic of China (中华人民共和国印花税法) was passed by the National People’s Congress. It will reduce or even eliminate the stamp tax previously levied on certain legal documents, licenses or certificates issued by an administrative authority. The new law replaces the previous Transitional Stamp Tax… Continue reading The New Stamp Duty Law also Reduces the IP Costs