Eye on China: An On-the-Ground Perspective on IP and Investment Issues and Strategies
The Chinese and other Asian markets present enormous opportunities and equally imposing challenges to U.S. investors. To succeed, U.S. manufacturers and financial investors must give careful consideration to business structures, protection of technology and intellectual property (IP) assets, the changing regulatory landscape in China and its impact on foreign investment, and unique contracting challenges for U.S. companies doing business in China.
Foley hosted a stimulating roundtable discussion led by Partner Catherine Sun, Foley IP Litigation Partner and Asia Practice Chair; Senior Associate X. Linda Ji, Foley China Team and Private Equity & Venture Capital Practice member; Edgar Masri, President and CEO of 3Com Corporation; and Travis Wilson, IP Counsel for Morningside Technology Advisory.
Topics that were addressed include:
- Business opportunities in China
- Company formation and business transaction structuring
- The importance of cross-border IP counseling and the effective IP strategies for enforcement and protection of IP assets
- Current regulatory developments affecting your investments in China