For foreign buyers, common fraud and breach of contract practices when conducting international trade with Chinese suppliers can be summarized into the following categories. Understanding these patterns is the first step in building effective risk defenses. I. Typical Types of Fraud and Breach of Contract Type Common tactics High-incidence industries 1. Price gouging and […]
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A. Introduction On October 28, 2025, the 18th meeting of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress adopted the newly revised Maritime Law of the People’s Republic of China, which will come into effect on May 1, 2026 (hereinafter referred to as the “New Maritime Law”). Compared with the current Maritime Law implemented
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The time required for trials in Chinese courts is influenced by various factors, making it difficult to give a precise duration. Below is an analysis of the potential time spent at different stages: Case Filing Stage Time: Usually, after receiving the complaint materials, if the case meets the filing requirements, it will be registered on
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Invoices Cannot Replace Contracts In most of the small-value international trade disputes we handle, only an invoice exists, without a contract. People often assume that an invoice is the same as a contract. However, there is a difference. An invoice typically only contains core terms such as product, quantity, price, payment method, and delivery date.
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In international trade, some unscrupulous Chinese suppliers may resort to fraudulent means. Foreign buyers need to be vigilant. Tianni Law Firm has handled hundreds of cases involving fraud by Chinese suppliers; this summary provides some legal advice. A. Common Types of Fraud 1. Goods-Related Fraud Substandard Goods: Suppliers intentionally provide goods of lower quality than
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