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This guide provides an introduction to selected aspects relating to investment and business operations in China under current Chinese laws and policy.

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Baker McKenzie FenXun Bolsters Capital Markets Capabilities with Addition of Elite Team in China

The arrival of Dan Ouyang, Winfield Lau, Ke (Ronnie) Li and team bolster the Firm’s capabilities across Hong Kong and US IPOs and other international capital markets transactions.

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Baker McKenzie Earns 39 Practice and 85 Individual Rankings in Chambers Greater China 2025 Guide

Chambers Greater China has released its 2025 guide, ranking Baker McKenzie and its joint operation partner, FenXun Partners, collectively in 39 practice areas and in 85 lawyer categories.

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Baker McKenzie Releases Fourth Edition of Field Guide to Going Global (Chinese Version)

* Available in Chinese only.

The fourth edition of the Field Guide to Going Global explores key issues that companies need to consult and think about before expanding their business into new jurisdictions.

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Baker McKenzie Acts for Sole Sponsor, Joint Overall Coordinators and Underwriters in Shanghai REFIRE's Global Offering and Hong Kong IPO

The deal provides REFIRE with the funding needed to support its growth strategy.

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Baker McKenzie and FenXun Partners Earn 52 Practice Areas and 53 Individual Rankings in The Legal 500 Greater China 2025

The Firms collectively achieved 32 Tier 1 and Tier 2 practice area rankings, including a new ranking in Tax: PRC Firms.

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Baker McKenzie advises Haier on completion of USD 775 million acquisition of Carrier's Commercial Refrigeration business

Baker McKenzie assisted Haier Smart Home throughout the nine-month process leading to closing.

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Baker McKenzie advises GNMI on agreement to acquire Merck's surface solutions business

The transaction is expected to close in the course of 2025, subject to regulatory approvals and the fulfilment of certain customary closing conditions.

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Baker McKenzie FenXun launches Guide to Legal and Regulatory Practice in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area

Titled "Guide to Legal and Regulatory Practice in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area."

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FenXun Partners adds leading IP partner Cassidy Guo

Cassidy's joining bolsters the Firm's bench strength and also paves the way to seize the growing patent work in China.

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Baker McKenzie FenXun advises Hoi Tung Marine Machinery Suppliers on its joint venture with Schulte Maritime Services as part of ownership restructuring

Schulte, as a strategic investor, acquired approximately one-third of Hoi Tung's shares.

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Baker McKenzie advises Yankuang Energy Group on its HKD 4.96 billion placement of new H shares

This is the largest H share placement in 2024 so far.

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近日，《亚洲法律杂志》（ALB）发布了备受瞩目的“2024 ALB China知识产权业务排名.

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奋迅·贝克麦坚时为华人文化集团出售韩国娱乐经纪公Namoo Actor少数股份提供法律服务

近期，奋迅·贝克麦坚时（上海自贸区）联营办公室就华人文化集团旗下CMC Tree Holdings Limited向Naver Webtoon Limited出售Namoo Actors Co., Ltd.的少数股份为华人文化集团提供法律服务。

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Baker McKenzie advises Chery on JV agreement with Ebro-EV Motors to produce vehicles at its first factory in Europe

The vehicles will be produced at the former Nissan factory in Barcelona, making Chery the first Chinese company in the sector to open a factory in Europe.

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Baker McKenzie advises China Merchants Hoi Tung in its acquisition of 49% stake in Best Mart 360

The deal, valued at HKD 862.4 million, triggers the mandatory general offer obligations under the Hong Kong Takeovers Code.

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Baker McKenzie advises China Evergrande New Energy Vehicle on its introduction of strategic investment

The strategic investor is an eco-conscious mobility tech company involved in passenger-centric green premium mobility solutions.

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Baker McKenzie FenXun secures landmark win for International Fruit Genetics in Plant Variety Right infringement case

IFG is the largest private breeder of table grapes in the world, including some of the most popular grape varieties.

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Baker McKenzie advises Yuexiu Property on HKD 8.36 billion rights issue

Baker McKenzie advised Yuexiu Property Company Limited on its HKD 8.36 billion rights issue.

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Baker McKenzie advised Subway® on its master franchise agreement to expand presence in Mainland China

The agreement will open nearly 4,000 restaurants in Mainland China over the next 20 years.

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Baker McKenzie Advises Horizon Construction Development on Its Global Offering and Hong Kong Listing

Baker McKenzie has advised Horizon Construction Development Limited on the approximately HKD 1.65 billion global offering and listing of its shares on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Yangjie Electronic Technology is a leading power semiconductor company that integrates the R&D, manufacturing and sales of semiconductor devices, semiconductor chips and semiconductor silicon wafers.

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FenXun Partners assists JD.com to successfully secure approval for REIT listing on Shanghai Stock Exchange

The REIT shall hold three PRC logistics parks totaling 350,995 square meters with a combined value of RMB 1.565 billion.

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FenXun provides legal services to underwriters on NorthGlass’ listing on GEM

*Available in Chinese only.

FenXun Law Firm served as legal counsel to the underwriters on NorthGen Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.’s listing on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange’s Growth Enterprise Market.

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Leading capital markets lawyer Yang Yingfei rejoins FenXun Partners

Yingfe will assist Chinese companies with their complex domestic and cross-border securities offerings, acquisitions and corporate transactions.