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Vietnam – Rules Of Origin Under The EVFTA: Ten Questions Every European Manufacturer Should Ask Before Moving Production To Vietnam
The European Union–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement has transformed Vietnam into a strategic gateway to European markets, but many manufacturers mistakenly believe that simply assembling products in Vietnam automatically qualifies them for preferential tariff treatment. Understanding the complex rules of origin is essential before relocating production, as these technical requirements determine whether companies can benefit from the EVFTA's significant tariff advantages while maintaining compliance with c
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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India And USTR Priority Watch List: 15 Years Of Friction And Whether The EU FTA Changes The Equation
India has remained on the US Trade Representative's Priority Watch List for over 15 years due to ongoing disputes over intellectual property protection, particularly concerning pharmaceutical patents, compulsory licensing, and data exclusivity. With the recent India-EU Free Trade Agreement signed in January 2026, questions arise about whether this landmark deal will alter the dynamics of US-India trade negotiations and India's controversial IP stance.
India International
MC
MAHESHWARI & CO. Advocates & Legal Consultants
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Vietnam – Twenty Costly Mistakes International Manufacturers Make When Establishing Production In Vietnam – And How To Avoid Them
International manufacturers establishing operations in Vietnam face a complex web of legal, regulatory, and customs challenges that can derail even well-planned projects. Drawing on over twenty-five years of experience advising multinational corporations, this comprehensive guide identifies the twenty most common and costly mistakes companies make when setting up manufacturing in Vietnam—from misunderstanding rules of origin and customs classifications to overlooking regulatory requirements and docume
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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Vietnam Manufacturing Playbook: How To Build A Legally Compliant And Customs-Efficient China–Vietnam–EU Supply Chain – A Practical Guide To WTO, EVFTA, Rules Of Origin And Customs Compliance – PART I
Global supply chains are undergoing significant transformation as companies adopt "China + 1" strategies, with Vietnam emerging as a premier manufacturing destination. However, relocating manufacturing operations involves complex legal considerations under Vietnamese customs law, WTO principles, free trade agreements, and regulatory compliance that must be addressed before production begins. This comprehensive guide examines why legal planning should precede operational decisions and identifies the critical
Vietnam International
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Duane Morris LLP
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首例反外国制裁侵权诉讼案及东莞中院闻泰科技案评析
Chinese enterprises are increasingly leveraging the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law to combat discriminatory restrictions imposed by foreign jurisdictions. Two landmark cases demonstrate how companies can pursue legal remedies when foreign sanctions disrupt contractual obligations and corporate control, establishing precedents for protecting legitimate business interests against extraterritorial measures.
China International
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Beijing Jincheng Tongda & Neal Law Firm
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International Courts & Tribunals

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Foreign Decree Execution In India | Law Podcast Ep. 1 (Video)
This podcast episode examines the intricate legal framework governing the enforcement of foreign court judgments and decrees in Indian courts. Advocate Brian Noronha analyzes the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Griesheim GMBH v. Goyal MG Gases (P) Ltd., exploring the specific procedural requirements and legal mechanisms that international litigants must navigate when seeking enforcement in India.
India International
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IndiaLaw LLP
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International Trade & Investment

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China: A Real Opening-Up, Or Opening-Up With Boundaries? Where Is China’s Capital Market Heading?
China's securities regulator has signaled continued capital market opening through measures including RMB foreign exchange trading pilots, QFI participation in treasury bond futures, and expanded support for foreign financial institutions. Yet this expansion operates within a dynamic framework where openness remains bounded by security considerations, with boundaries adjusting as market sophistication and financial infrastructure strengthen.
China Finance
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K&L Gates LLP
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Vietnam – Rules Of Origin Under The EVFTA: Ten Questions Every European Manufacturer Should Ask Before Moving Production To Vietnam
The European Union–Vietnam Free Trade Agreement has transformed Vietnam into a strategic gateway to European markets, but many manufacturers mistakenly believe that simply assembling products in Vietnam automatically qualifies them for preferential tariff treatment. Understanding the complex rules of origin is essential before relocating production, as these technical requirements determine whether companies can benefit from the EVFTA's significant tariff advantages while maintaining compliance with c
Vietnam International
DM
Duane Morris LLP
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India And USTR Priority Watch List: 15 Years Of Friction And Whether The EU FTA Changes The Equation
India has remained on the US Trade Representative's Priority Watch List for over 15 years due to ongoing disputes over intellectual property protection, particularly concerning pharmaceutical patents, compulsory licensing, and data exclusivity. With the recent India-EU Free Trade Agreement signed in January 2026, questions arise about whether this landmark deal will alter the dynamics of US-India trade negotiations and India's controversial IP stance.
India International
MC
MAHESHWARI & CO. Advocates & Legal Consultants
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