On May 12th 2023, Globlue Enterprise Services successfully hosted a premier informative seminar entitled ‘Legal Insights for Expats: Working and investing in China’. The event brought together foreign entrepreneurs, employees and students who are keen on working in China following graduation interested in gaining insights on key topics such as social insurance, labour disputes, income queries, industry qualifications and risks for foreign enterprises in China. 

I. Globlue warms up the seminar welcoming attendees 

Guest Speaker Introduction, Education & Background 

We had the privilege of hosting Donghai Bai, a distinguished lawyer from Tahota Law Firm's International Department, as our guest speaker at our recent event. Mr. Bai holds a Master of Laws in Common Law from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and is a member of the Young International Arbitration Group at the London Court of International Arbitration.

With extensive experience in cross-border business, dispute resolution, and corporate law, Mr. Bai is a highly respected professional in his field.

Ⅱ. Globlue briefly introduces guest speaker Donghai Bai to the attendees with notable mentions of his background education and portfolio

Seminar’s Starting Discussion Targeted Towards Students Attending

The seminar started with a discussion on whether foreign students in China are allowed to run a company and explored the legal requirements and regulations surrounding this issue. Mr.Bai ultimately advised that foreign students in China cannot operate a company without the necessary permits and documentation. 

ⅢAttendees listened closely as Mr.Bai discussed key insights directed towards foreigners working within China

Notable Topics Discussed 

Other topics included social insurance for foreigners working for Chinese companies, labour disputes, and extra income for foreign workers in China. The seminar also discussed the industries that foreign companies need to apply for relevant qualifications to enter China and the labour regulations that foreign enterprises must follow while entering China.

Mr.Bai furthermore discussed the requirement for foreigners working for Chinese companies to participate in the Chinese social insurance system, which includes five types of insurance: pension, medical, work injury, maternity, and unemployment. Finally, as a foreign worker in China, one has legal rights and protections in the event of a labour dispute with the employer, which includes negotiating with the employer, filing a complaint, and seeking legal advice.

IV/V. Globlue & Donghai Bai both engaged with attendees during the Q&A session

Q&A Segment of Seminar 

The seminar ended with a fruitful and engaging discussion initiated by attendees, primarily raising queries on the process of starting their own businesses as foreigners in China. These questions were directed to both Mr.Bai and Globlue Enterprise staff. Mr. Bai's expertise and valuable contributions were greatly appreciated by all those in attendance at the meeting.

Globlue and attendees extend our sincere gratitude to him for sharing his time and knowledge with us.