Online event
Successful partnerships in China: Contract essentials for UK exporters
Tuesday 08 December at 2:00PM
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Protect your business in China by understanding the contractual risks, conducting effective due diligence, and negotiating stronger agreements before you sign.
What you’ll learn
- Understand the key elements of a robust contract and identify common pitfalls when contracting with Chinese partners
- Learn how to conduct effective due diligence and assess the commercial and enforcement profile of prospective suppliers, distributors, and other counterparties
- Gain practical insights into negotiating important contract clauses and reducing legal and commercial risks when doing business in China
Description
Entering into contracts with Chinese suppliers, distributors, agents, or other commercial partners can present both opportunities and risks for UK exporters. This webinar will provide a practical overview of the key contractual and commercial considerations you should address before signing an agreement. We will explore due diligence on potential partners, assess enforcement risks, highlight common contract pitfalls, and review the clauses that can have the greatest impact if a dispute arises. The session will also include practical examples and negotiation tips to help you to build stronger and more secure commercial relationships in China.
Speakers
Mark Schaub
International Partner, King & Wood
Mark has advised international companies on China since 1993. His work covers acquisitions, joint ventures, market entry and exit, restructurings, technology arrangements and complex shareholder issues. He lived and practised in Shanghai until 2018 and joined King & Wood in 2000 as its first foreign lawyer. He now divides his time between Europe and China.